Description
Fluffy, fruity, and decadently frosted—this gorgeous cake layers moist vanilla sponge with tart raspberry filling and rich white chocolate frosting for an irresistible dessert worthy of any celebration!
Ingredients
For the Cake:
• 2½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1½ tsp baking powder
• ½ tsp baking soda
• ¼ tsp salt
• ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1½ cups granulated sugar
• 3 large eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup buttermilk
• ½ cup white chocolate chips, melted
• 1 cup fresh raspberries
For the Raspberry Filling:
• 1½ cups fresh raspberries
• ¼ cup sugar
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tbsp cornstarch
For the White Chocolate Frosting:
• ½ cup butter, softened
• 1 cup melted white chocolate
• 3 cups powdered sugar
• 2–3 tbsp cream (or milk alternative)
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
1️⃣ Bake the Cake Layers:
• Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
• Grease and line two 8-inch round cake pans.
• In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
• In another bowl, cream butter and sugar until fluffy.
• Add eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla.
• Alternate adding dry ingredients and buttermilk.
• Fold in melted white chocolate and raspberries.
• Pour batter evenly into pans and bake 25–30 minutes.
• Let cool completely before assembling.
2️⃣ Make the Raspberry Filling:
• In a small saucepan, combine raspberries, sugar, lemon juice, and cornstarch.
• Simmer on low heat, stirring, until thickened.
• Cool completely before layering into cake.
3️⃣ Prepare the Frosting:
• Beat butter until light and fluffy.
• Mix in melted white chocolate.
• Gradually add powdered sugar, cream, and vanilla until smooth and fluffy.
4️⃣ Assemble the Cake:
• Place the first cake layer on a plate or stand.
• Pipe a ring of frosting around the edge.
• Spoon raspberry filling inside the ring.
• Add the second cake layer.
• Frost the top and sides generously.
5️⃣ Decorate & Serve:
• Dust with powdered sugar.
• Top with fresh raspberries and white chocolate curls if desired.
• Slice and serve with a smile!
Notes
Serving Ideas
• Serve with tea or champagne for an elegant afternoon treat
• Add edible flowers for springtime charm
• Slice and pack for bridal showers, birthdays, or brunches
Tips
• Chill the cake before slicing for cleaner layers
• Use cake strips on pans for flatter layers
• Add a bit of cream cheese to the frosting for a tangy twist
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/10 of the cake)
- Calories: ~480 kcal
- Sugar: ~38 g
- Sodium: ~190 mg
- Fat: ~26 g
- Saturated Fat: ~15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: ~9 g
- Trans Fat: ~0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: ~56 g
- Fiber: ~1.5 g
- Protein: ~5 g
- Cholesterol: ~85 mg
Keywords: White Chocolate Raspberry Dream Cake