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Raspberry Covered Vanilla Cream Cake

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This Raspberry Covered Vanilla Cream Cake is a vibrant summer showstopper, featuring a moist vanilla sponge base, lush vanilla cream frosting, and a blanket of fresh, glossy raspberries. Perfect for garden parties, elegant celebrations, or a sweet seasonal centerpiece.

Ingredients

Vanilla Sponge Cake:

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

  • 1 1/2 tsp baking powder

  • 1/4 tsp salt

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar

  • 2 large eggs

  • 2 tsp vanilla bean paste (or pure vanilla extract)

  • 1/2 cup whole milk

Vanilla Cream Filling:

  • 1 1/2 cups heavy cream

  • 1/3 cup powdered sugar

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • 200g mascarpone cheese (optional, for richness)

Topping:

  • 3-4 cups fresh raspberries

  • 1 tbsp apricot jam (optional, for glossy glaze)

Instructions

Bake the Cake:

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9-inch round cake pan.

  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.

  3. In another bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla.

  4. Alternately add the dry ingredients and milk to the butter mixture, mixing just until combined.

  5. Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let cool completely.

Prepare the Vanilla Cream:

  1. Whip heavy cream and powdered sugar to soft peaks.

  2. Add vanilla extract and mascarpone (if using) and beat to medium-stiff peaks.

  3. Chill until ready to use.

Assemble the Cake:

  1. Once the sponge is cooled, level the top if needed.

  2. Spread the vanilla cream over the top and sides of the cake evenly.

  3. Arrange raspberries closely together, hollow side down, to cover the entire surface.

  4. Optional: Warm apricot jam slightly and brush over the raspberries for a glossy finish.

Chill and Serve:

  • Refrigerate for 1–2 hours before slicing to let the flavors set.

Notes

  • For a two-layer cake, double the sponge recipe and stack with cream in between.

  • Use chilled mascarpone for best results if using.

  • Other berries like strawberries or blackberries can be added for variety.

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