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Ultimate Moist Layer Cake Recipe with Raspberry Jam

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A tender, ultra-moist layer cake filled and frosted with luscious raspberry jam and whipped cream, perfect for celebrations and cozy treats.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ½ cups (320g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (230g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 ¾ cups (350g) granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 cup (240ml) sour cream
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • ½ cup (120ml) whole milk, room temperature
  • 1 cup (320g) raspberry jam
  • 1 ½ cups (360ml) heavy cream, chilled
  • 3 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 8-inch cake pans or line with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, beat softened butter and sugar on medium-high speed until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Add vanilla extract with the last egg.
  5. Reduce mixer speed to low. Add flour mixture in three additions, alternating with milk and sour cream, starting and ending with flour. Mix until just combined.
  6. Divide batter evenly between pans (about 3 cups each). Smooth tops with spatula.
  7. Bake 30-35 minutes until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean and cakes spring back lightly.
  8. Cool cakes in pans for 15 minutes, then invert onto cooling racks to cool completely, about 1 hour.
  9. Beat chilled heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form. Keep chilled.
  10. Place one cake layer on serving plate. Spread ½ cup raspberry jam evenly over it. Top with about ⅓ cup whipped cream.
  11. Repeat with second layer. Frost top and sides with remaining whipped cream.
  12. Chill cake for at least 1 hour before slicing to let flavors meld and frosting set.

Notes

Use room temperature eggs and dairy for best results. Avoid overmixing batter to keep cake tender. Warm and strain jam if too runny before spreading. Chill whipped cream bowl and beaters for better peaks. Chill cake before slicing for cleaner cuts.

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