National Raspberry Cake Day, celebrated on July 31 each year, honours the delicious combination of raspberries and cake in a delightful culinary celebration. This day highlights the versatility of raspberries as a flavourful fruit that adds a burst of sweetness and tanginess to various desserts, particularly cakes. On National Raspberry Cake Day, bakers and dessert enthusiasts indulge in creating and enjoying raspberry cakes of all kinds. Whether it's a classic raspberry sponge cake layered with fresh berries and whipped cream, a decadent chocolate raspberry cake, or a simple raspberry almond cake, there are countless ways to incorporate raspberries into cake recipes to suit every taste and occasion.

Raspberry cakes are often adorned with fresh raspberries, raspberry coulis, or raspberry-flavoured frosting, adding visual appeal and enhancing the dessert's fruity flavour profile. This day encourages people to savour the bright and refreshing taste of raspberries in cakes, whether homemade or enjoyed from bakeries and cafes, making it a perfect excuse to delight in this delightful summer treat. As you observe National Raspberry Cake Day 2024, we bring you raspberry cake step-by-step recipe that will guide you to prepare the delicious dessert at home.

How To Make Raspberry Cake at Home?

To celebrate National Raspberry Cake Day, consider making a delicious raspberry lemon cake at home. Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C) and greasing a 9-inch round cake pan. In a large bowl, cream together 1/2 cup of unsalted butter with 1 cup of granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add 2 large eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and the zest of one lemon for added flavour.

In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 and 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 and 1/2 teaspoons of baking powder, and 1/4 teaspoon of salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with 1/2 cup of milk, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Gently fold in 1 cup of fresh raspberries. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the centre comes out clean. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with a lemon glaze for a delightful treat showcasing the bright flavours of raspberries and lemon on this special day.

Recipe Video of Raspberry Cake

It's a perfect time to enjoy the delicious dessert on this special day. Wishing everyone Happy National Raspberry Cake Day 2024!

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