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Snowball Cake Recipe

Irresistible Snowball Cake Recipe: Light, Fluffy Bliss!

This Snowball Cake Recipe features a light vanilla cake with a vibrant raspberry swirl and sweet shredded coconut, creating a delightful spring dessert.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour For gluten-free, use a blend specifically for baking.
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder Acts as a leavening agent.
  • 1 teaspoon salt Enhances overall flavor.
  • ½ cup unsalted butter Softened for easy creaming.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Sweetens the cake.
  • 3 large eggs Bind ingredients together.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Can be swapped with almond extract if desired.
  • ½ cup whole milk Substitute with almond or oat milk as needed.
For the Raspberry Swirl
  • ½ cup raspberry preserves Fresh raspberries can also be used if mashed with a touch of sugar.
For the Topping
  • 1 cup sweetened shredded coconut Use unsweetened if less sweetness is preferred.
  • optional to taste powdered sugar Dust on top for a touch of sweetness.

Equipment

  • 10-cup dome-shaped cake pan
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Electric Mixer
  • Spatula
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 10-cup dome-shaped cake pan and dust with flour.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Incorporate vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually add the flour mixture and whole milk, alternating between the two until combined.
  6. Pour half of the batter into the prepared cake pan. Spoon raspberry preserves over it and swirl. Pour remaining batter over the preserves.
  7. Bake for 45-55 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  8. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. If desired, brush with simple syrup and coat with sweetened shredded coconut.
  10. Dust with powdered sugar before serving for an elegant finish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 350IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for ideal texture. Brush with simple syrup for moisture before adding coconut topping.

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