Raspberry Jam Cake Recipe

Recreate the magic of that unforgettable birthday cake! This easy-to-make Raspberry Jam Cake is elegant enough for any holiday dessert buffet or special occasion. The moist cake layers, swirled with luscious raspberry jam and creamy vanilla frosting, are topped with fresh raspberries for a stunning presentation that tastes as amazing as it looks. Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 708.5 kcal
Protein 10g
Rating 5.0 (5 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Raspberry Jam Cake

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How to Make Raspberry Jam Cake

  1. Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. Prepare a 15.25 oz box of white cake mix according to package directions, using 1 cup (240ml) water, 1/4 cup (60ml) vegetable oil, 3 large eggs, and 1 (3.4 oz) package of instant French vanilla pudding and pie filling mix.
  3. Bake according to cake mix instructions. Let cool completely in pans before removing.
  4. Place one cooled cake layer on a serving plate.
  5. Spread 1/3 cup (80g) seedless raspberry jam evenly over the cake layer, leaving a 1-inch border.
  6. Top with the second cake layer.
  7. Frost the sides and top of the cake with 1 (16 oz) can of creamy vanilla frosting, ensuring the frosting extends slightly over the top edge.
  8. Spread 1/2 cup (120g) seedless raspberry jam evenly over the frosted top of the cake.
  9. Garnish with approximately 1 cup of fresh raspberries.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

26 g

Sugar

363g

Fat

21g

Carbs

38g