RAFFAELLO CAKE

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One of my favorite cakes ever!

Provided by Jess2311

Categories     Desserts     Cakes

Time 1h25m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 11

⅔ cup sweetened flaked coconut
½ cup butter, softened
½ cup white sugar
4 eggs, separated
5 drops vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
¼ cup apricot jam, or as desired
1 (16 ounce) can apricot halves, drained
2 cups heavy whipping cream, or more to taste
20 almond coconut candies (such as Raffaello)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
  • Cook and stir flaked coconut in a skillet over medium-low heat until golden and toasted, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and cool.
  • Mix butter, sugar, egg yolks, and vanilla extract together in a bowl until smooth; add flour, baking powder, and toasted coconut and mix well.
  • Beat egg whites in a separate bowl until foamy; continue to beat until stiff peaks form. Lift your beater or whisk straight up: the egg whites will form sharp peaks. Carefully mix egg whites into flour mixture; pour into the prepared cake pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted in the center of the cake is clean, about 30 minutes. Remove cake from pan and completely on a wire rack.
  • Place apricot jam in a small microwave-safe bowl and heat until easily spreadable, 15 to 20 seconds. Spread jam onto the cooled cake and top with apricot halves.
  • Beat cream in a chilled glass or metal bowl with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form.
  • Crush 15 almond coconut candies in a bowl using a fork; fold into the whipped cream. Spread whipped cream mixture onto cake. Cut remaining 5 candies in half and arrange on the cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 550.7 calories, Carbohydrate 42.8 g, Cholesterol 167.3 mg, Fat 39.7 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 7.4 g, SaturatedFat 24.7 g, Sodium 293.8 mg, Sugar 20.4 g

LegendonWheels
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This cake is perfect for any occasion. It's easy to make, delicious, and always a crowd-pleaser.


M. Hassan
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This cake was a bit more challenging to make than I expected, but it was worth it in the end. It turned out absolutely delicious!


Hshjs Jsjjsjd
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I made this cake for my friend's birthday and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. Thanks for sharing this recipe.


Gwen R
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This recipe is a keeper! The cake was moist and flavorful, and the frosting was creamy and smooth. I'll definitely be making this again.


Lamees Alsmadi
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This cake was a breeze to make and it turned out so delicious! I'm definitely going to be making it again.


King Aminulislam
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This cake was a bit too dry for my taste. I think I'll try adding some extra milk or yogurt next time.


taniya aktar_1
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This is the best Raffaello cake I've ever had! It's so light and fluffy, and the frosting is to die for.


Jennifer Jeffries
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I'm not a big fan of coconut, but I really enjoyed this cake. The flavors were well-balanced and the texture was perfect.


Cailie Tribble
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The cake was a bit too sweet for my taste, but overall it was still a good dessert. I think I'll try reducing the amount of sugar next time.


Cyndi Tremblay
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This cake was a hit at my party! Everyone loved it. It's definitely going to be my go-to dessert recipe from now on.


xe.cheater 07
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Followed the recipe to a T and it turned out perfect! The cake was moist and fluffy, and the frosting was creamy and rich. Definitely a keeper!


Jose l Arevalo
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This Raffaello cake was an absolute delight! It was incredibly easy to make and the end result was stunning. The combination of coconut, almonds, and white chocolate was simply heavenly.