Recipe Overview 🍽️
A rich and melt-in-your-mouth white chocolate cake, perfect for those with a sweet tooth. This refined and elegant dessert is great for celebrations and special occasions, yet simple enough for an everyday indulgence, This cake is among the ideal recipes for kids.
Prep Time | Total | Servings |
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25 Min | 1 Hr | 8 to 10 servings |
History of the Recipe ✍️
White chocolate emerged in the 1930s, created by Swiss chocolatiers to make use of surplus cocoa butter. Since then, it has become a beloved flavor for its creamy sweetness. This White Chocolate Cake combines the richness of white chocolate with the soft texture of a classic cake.
Ingredients 🛒
listed in the order of use in the procedure:
- 200 g all-purpose flour
- 1 packet of baking powder
- 150 g sugar
- 100 g butter (at room temperature)
- 3 eggs
- 150 g white chocolate (melted)
- 120 ml milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Steps (How to Make ) 🥣
- Preheat the oven and prepare the pan: Preheat the oven to 180°C and butter a cake pan.
- Mix the dry ingredients: In a bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Cream the butter and sugar: In another bowl, beat the butter and sugar until light and creamy.
- Incorporate the eggs: Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Add the white chocolate and vanilla: Stir in the melted white chocolate and vanilla extract.
- Combine the ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk. Mix until a smooth batter forms.
- Bake: Pour the batter into the pan and bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Chef Tips 👨🍳
- For an even more intense flavor, add chunks of white chocolate to the batter just before baking for melting pieces. You can also sprinkle a little sea salt on top of the cake to enhance the flavors.
Possible Variations 🎭
- Marbled white and milk chocolate cake: Divide the batter in half and add cocoa powder to one half for a marbled effect.
- Add fruits: Incorporate raspberries or strawberry pieces for a fruity touch that contrasts with the white chocolate.
Bake Time 🔥
Baking the White Chocolate Cake takes about 35 to 40 minutes at 180°C (350°F). This ensures that the cake is cooked evenly, allowing the rich, creamy flavors of the white chocolate to infuse throughout the batter. During baking, the sweet aroma of white chocolate will fill the air, creating a delightful anticipation for the finished dessert. It’s important to check the cake towards the end of the baking time to ensure it doesn’t overcook. Once done, the cake should be golden brown and slightly firm to the touch, ready to be enjoyed with its velvety texture and indulgent taste.
How to Store 🥡
How to Store the White Chocolate Cake
Store the cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or refrigerate it for longer storage.
Shelf Life of the White Chocolate Cake
It can be kept for up to 5 days in the refrigerator. You can also freeze it for up to 1 month.
Food and Drink Pairings 🥂
This White Chocolate Cake pairs well with green tea, which balances the sweetness of the white chocolate. The creamy and velvety texture of the cake, combined with the delicate flavor of white chocolate, creates a delightful and indulgent treat.
Presentation Suggestion 🍽️
Dust the White Chocolate Cake with powdered sugar or top it with a white chocolate glaze for an elegant touch. Decorate with fresh berries for a visual and flavor contrast.
Why It’s Healthy 💚
Although white chocolate is rich in calories, it contains calcium and cocoa butter, which provides antioxidants. This cake can be enjoyed in moderation as a festive treat
Nutritional Value (per serving) .
- • Calories: 380 kcal
- • Protein: 5 g
- • Fat: 18 g
- • Carbohydrates: 48 g
- • Fiber: 1 g