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White Chocolate Raspberry Cake

Slice of white chocolate raspberry cake with raspberry filling and fresh raspberries on top.

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This White Chocolate Raspberry Cake is a moist, elegant dessert that combines creamy white chocolate with tart raspberries. Perfect for weddings, holidays, or any celebration, it features fluffy cake layers, luscious white chocolate frosting, and bursts of fruity flavor in every bite.

  • Author: Emily
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 8 oz (225 g) white chocolate, chopped
  • 2 1/2 cups (300 g) cake flour
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 cup (230 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 3/4 cups (350 g) granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract (or almond extract)
  • 1 cup (240 ml) whole milk
  • 1 1/2 cups (180 g) fresh raspberries (or frozen, tossed in flour)
  • 8 oz (225 g) cream cheese or mascarpone
  • 1/2 cup (115 g) unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
  • 3 cups (360 g) powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) heavy cream (for frosting)

Instructions

  1. Melt the white chocolate gently over a double boiler or in the microwave in short bursts. Set aside to cool slightly.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together cake flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  3. Cream the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  4. Mix in vanilla extract, then gradually add the melted white chocolate.
  5. Alternate adding the flour mixture and milk to the batter, beginning and ending with flour. Mix until just combined.
  6. Toss raspberries lightly in flour and gently fold them into the batter.
  7. Divide batter evenly into prepared cake pans and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Cool cake layers completely before frosting.
  9. Prepare frosting: beat cream cheese and butter until smooth, then add powdered sugar and heavy cream. Whip until fluffy. Fold in melted white chocolate if desired for extra richness.
  10. Assemble the cake by layering frosting between cooled cake layers, then frost the outside. Garnish with fresh raspberries and chocolate curls.

Notes

  • Frozen raspberries can be used; toss in flour to prevent sinking.
  • Gluten-free flour may be substituted for dietary needs.
  • For a richer frosting, try white chocolate ganache instead of cream cheese frosting.
  • Bake layers 2–3 days ahead and frost on the day of serving for best results.