Bridal Shower Cake Recipe

Name: Bridal Shower Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups cake flour unsifted; 1 3/4 cups fine granulated sugar super, see note; 3 teaspoons baking powder; 1 teaspoon salt; 3/4 cup unsalted butter very soft; 1/4 cup shortening regular, not butter-flavored variety; 6 egg whites; 1 1/2 cups whole milk; 2 teaspoons vanilla extract; 3 cups heavy whipping cream; 9 ounces white chocolate finely chopped; 1 2/3 cups powdered sugar; 1/4 cup unsalted butter softened; 1 1/2 tablespoons milk; 1/2 cup raspberry filling; 3/4 cup fresh raspberries; edible flowers Fresh; mint leaves

Servings: persons

3 cups cake flour unsifted
1 3/4 cups fine granulated sugar super, see note
3 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup unsalted butter very soft
1/4 cup shortening regular, not butter-flavored variety
6 egg whites
1 1/2 cups whole milk
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3 cups heavy whipping cream
9 ounces white chocolate finely chopped
1 2/3 cups powdered sugar
1/4 cup unsalted butter softened
1 1/2 tablespoons milk
1/2 cup raspberry filling
3/4 cup fresh raspberries
edible flowers Fresh
mint leaves

1
Heat oven to 350 degrees. Lightly grease two, 9-inch round by 2-inch deep baking pans. Line with parchment or wax paper.
2
In a large mixing bowl and with mixer on very low speed, combine cake flour, super fine sugar, baking powder and salt. Set aside.
3
In a small bowl, cream butter and shortening until smooth and light. Add butter to dry ingredients and mix on low speed for 30 seconds. Add half of the egg whites, mix on low speed for 30 seconds and scrape bowl well.
4
Add remaining egg whites and repeat. Pour in 3/4 cup milk and vanilla extract. Beat for 30 seconds, scraping bowl well. Add remaining milk and beat batter for 2 minutes until smooth and light.
5
Pour batter into prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes, just until cake tester comes out clean inserted in center. Do not overbake or cake will be dry. Cake tops should appear a very light pale color. Cool cakes 20 minutes before removing from pans. Cool additional 1 hour before filling and frosting.
6
While cakes bake, prepare ganache. Heat cream 2 1/2 minutes in microwave on high or in saucepan just until very warm. Do not boil. Place finely chopped white chocolate in heatproof bowl and pour in warm cream, whisking until smooth and dissolved. Refrigerate 2 to 3 hours, stirring at 30-minute intervals. Alternately, quickly chill in freezer 50 minutes, stirring at 10-minute intervals.
7
For the filling: In medium bowl with mixer on medium speed, beat powdered sugar, butter and 1 tablespoon milk until stiff and smooth, adjusting with more milk as needed. Spoon frosting into medium decorator bag fitter with a large round tip.
8
Place 1 layer cake on plate and peel paper off. Pipe 1/2-inch border of frosting on top of layer around outer edge creating a 1/2-inch high dam.
9
Spoon 1/4 cup raspberry filling on top of layer, spreading inside the frosting dam. Cut fresh raspberries in 1/2 lengthwise and firmly press into filling. Spoon 1/4 cup filling on top of raspberries and smooth top.
10
Carefully place second layer on top, parchment side up and remove paper. Using remaining border frosting spread a thin crumb coat over cake.
11
Chill 1 hour before frosting with the ganache.

2617

kcal

Calories

160

Fat

259

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 cups cake flour unsifted, 1 3/4 cups fine granulated sugar super, see note, 3 teaspoons baking powder, 1 teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Bridal Shower Cake falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Bridal Shower Cake

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