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Snowball Cake

Light and Fluffy Snowball Cake to Brighten Your Day

This Snowball Cake is a light and fluffy delight that combines raspberry preserves and coconut for a delightful dessert experience.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can be substituted with gluten-free flour blend.
  • 1 tbsp Baking Powder Check for freshness.
  • 1/2 tsp Salt Balances sweetness.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Softened for creaming.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Consider coconut sugar for a healthier option.
  • 3 large Eggs Room temperature for better incorporation.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Almond extract can be used as a substitute.
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Almond milk works as a dairy-free substitute.
For the Swirl
  • 1 cup Raspberry Preserves Can use fresh raspberries lightly mashed with sugar.
For the Coating
  • 2 cups Sweetened Shredded Coconut Unsweetened coconut is a great alternative.
  • Powdered Sugar (optional) Elevates the cake's visual appeal.

Equipment

  • Dome-shaped cake pan
  • electric mixer
  • mixing bowl
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Grease the dome-shaped cake pan and preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
  3. Gradually add the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
  4. Combine the dry ingredients and alternate with whole milk until just combined.
  5. Pour half the batter into the pan, dollop raspberry preserves, then swirl the remaining batter on top.
  6. Bake for 45 to 55 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
  7. Brush the cooled cake with water or syrup and coat with shredded coconut.
  8. Dust with powdered sugar if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best results, ensure all ingredients are fresh and avoid over-mixing the preserves to maintain marbling.

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