Raspberry Cream Cheese Cake Recipe

This Raspberry Cream Cheese Cake is a delightful dessert that combines the tangy flavor of raspberries with the rich creaminess of cream cheese. Perfect for special occasions or a sweet treat, this cake is sure to impress your guests.

The recipe is straightforward and requires basic baking techniques. It pairs wonderfully with a variety of dishes, including a savory chicken recipe for a complete meal experience.

Delicious Raspberry Cream Cheese Cake

This cake features a moist vanilla base layered with a creamy raspberry-infused cream cheese frosting. It takes about 1 hour to prepare and bake, and serves 8-10 people.

Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup milk
3 large eggs
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup fresh raspberries
8 oz cream cheese, softened
2 cups powdered sugar
1/4 cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon lemon juice

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
Mix the Batter: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk, and mix until just combined.
Fold in Raspberries: Gently fold in the fresh raspberries into the batter.
Bake: Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and smooth the tops. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
Prepare the Frosting: In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar, heavy cream, and lemon juice, mixing until creamy and well combined.
Assemble the Cake: Once the cakes are completely cooled, place one layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of cream cheese frosting on top, then place the second cake layer on top. Frost the top and sides of the cake with the remaining cream cheese frosting.
Serve: Slice and serve the cake chilled or at room temperature. Enjoy your Raspberry Cream Cheese Cake!