Description
A delightful Raspberry Cake with rich Chocolate Frosting, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 2 ½ cups (310 g) all-purpose flour
- 2 ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup (230 g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 ¾ cups (350 g) granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup (240 ml) buttermilk
- ½ cup (120 g) raspberry puree (blend fresh or frozen raspberries, strained)
- 1 cup (125 g) fresh raspberries, tossed lightly in flour
- 1 cup (230 g) unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
- 3 ½ cups (450 g) powdered sugar, sifted
- ¾ cup (75 g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ tsp salt (for frosting)
- ½ cup (120 ml) heavy cream (more if needed)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract (for frosting)
- Fresh raspberries (for garnish)
- Chocolate shavings or curls (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 8-inch round cake pans.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla.
- Alternate adding dry ingredients with buttermilk and raspberry puree. Mix until just combined.
- Gently fold in raspberries.
- Divide batter evenly into pans and bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let cool completely before frosting.
- Beat butter until creamy for the frosting.
- Gradually add powdered sugar, cocoa powder, and salt.
- Mix in heavy cream and vanilla, beating until smooth and fluffy.
- Place one cake layer on a serving plate and spread frosting on top.
- Add the second layer and cover the entire cake with frosting.
- Smooth with a spatula or create swirls for texture.
- Garnish with fresh raspberries and chocolate curls.
- Slice and enjoy!
Notes
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results.
- For a richer chocolate flavor, use high-quality cocoa powder.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg