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Raspberry Panna Cotta Trifle Cake

2023-02-15 - Written by: Emma Taylor

Dessert Italian-inspired Layered cakes

Raspberry Panna Cotta Trifle Cake

A layered dessert combining raspberry panna cotta, vanilla cake, and fresh raspberries.

Raspberry Panna Cotta Trifle Cake

Introduction

This show-stopping dessert is a twist on the classic trifle cake. The addition of creamy raspberry panna cotta, moist vanilla sponge cake, and sweet fresh raspberries creates a delightful combination of flavors and textures.

Ingredients:

For the Vanilla Sponge Cake:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs, at room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

For the Raspberry Panna Cotta:

  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup raspberry jam
  • 1 cup fresh raspberries

For Assembling and Decoration:

  • Fresh raspberries for garnish
  • Confectioners' sugar, for dusting (optional)

Instructions

Vanilla Sponge Cake:

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 8-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs until light and fluffy. Add the softened butter and mix until combined.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the egg mixture, alternating with vanilla extract, beginning and ending with dry ingredients.
  5. Divide the batter evenly between prepared pans.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Raspberry Panna Cotta:

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine heavy cream, granulated sugar, and cornstarch. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened.
  2. Remove from heat and stir in raspberry jam until well combined.
  3. Let cool to room temperature.
  4. Stir in fresh raspberries.

Assembly:

  1. Cut the cooled sponge cake into 1-inch (2.5 cm) cubes.
  2. In a large serving dish or individual glasses, create layers of cake, raspberry panna cotta, and fresh raspberries.
  3. Repeat this process until all ingredients are used up, finishing with a layer of panna cotta on top.
  4. Garnish with fresh raspberries and dust with confectioners' sugar if desired.

Tips and Variations

  • To enhance the flavor, use high-quality raspberry jam and fresh raspberries.
  • Consider using other types of berries for different flavors.
  • If you prefer a firmer panna cotta, refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving.

This recipe serves 8-10 people. Enjoy!