Raspberry Swirl Snowball Cake Recipe
This Raspberry Swirl Snowball Cake is a delightful coconut-flavored dessert featuring a moist cake swirl with raspberry preserves, topped with stabilized whipped cream and shredded coconut for a snowy effect. Perfect for those who love a balance of sweet, fruity, and creamy textures.
- Author: Daniel
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut
Wet Ingredients
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup softened unsweetened butter
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1 cup raspberry preserves, warmed slightly
For Garnish
- 2 cups of stabilized whipped cream
- 1 cup shredded coconut, sweetened
- Prep the Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan thoroughly and then dust it lightly with flour to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, salt, and baking soda. Stir well to evenly distribute the leavening agents and salt throughout the flour.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: Using a mixer, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together for about 2 minutes until light and fluffy. This aeration helps produce a tender cake texture.
- Add Eggs and Coconut Milk: Incorporate the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Then slowly pour in the coconut milk while continuing to mix, ensuring a smooth batter.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients with Coconut: Gradually add the dry flour mixture into the wet mixture, mixing gently to avoid overworking the batter. Fold in the sweetened shredded coconut carefully to maintain texture.
- Swirl Raspberry Preserves and Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan. Spoon the warmed raspberry preserves over the top and gently create swirls using a knife or toothpick for a marbled effect. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Decorate: Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan before removing. Once cooled, spread an even layer of stabilized whipped cream over the top and sprinkle generously with sweetened shredded coconut for a snowy finish.
Notes
- Make sure the raspberry preserves are slightly warmed to make swirling easier.
- Stabilized whipped cream holds its shape better than regular whipped cream, perfect for decorating and longer display.
- You can lightly toast the shredded coconut garnish if you prefer a richer, nuttier flavor.
- Check cake doneness with a toothpick to avoid overbaking, which can dry out the cake.
Keywords: Raspberry swirl cake, coconut cake, snowball cake, whipped cream cake, raspberry preserves dessert