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Swedish Princess Cake

Cultural Context

Originating from Sweden, the Princess Cake (Prinsesstårta) is a beloved dessert often served at birthdays and celebrations. Traditionally, it features layers of sponge cake, raspberry jam, and whipped cream, all enveloped in a smooth layer of marzipan. The cake is named after Swedish princesses and symbolizes festivity and joy. Today, variations can be found worldwide, with different flavors and decorations, but the classic green marzipan finish remains a hallmark of this delightful treat.

SwedishSEdessert
120 min
medium
12 servings
Servings4
4 large eggs
1 cup sugar
2 cups cake flour
1/4 cup cornstarch
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup heavy cream
8 oz marzipan
green gel food coloring, to taste
1/2 cup raspberry jam
1 cup powdered sugar

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

marzipan

🥗Healthier: almond paste

💰Cheaper: fondant

Almond paste has fewer sugars and can be more affordable than marzipan.

cake flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour adds nutrients while all-purpose is more accessible.

whipped cream

🥗Healthier: coconut cream

💰Cheaper: store-bought whipped topping

Coconut cream provides a dairy-free option, while store-bought is often less expensive.

raspberry jam

🥗Healthier: fresh raspberries

💰Cheaper: strawberry jam

Fresh raspberries are lower in sugar, and strawberry jam is often cheaper.

1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

2

Grease and flour a round cake pan.

3

Mix cake flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and sugar in a bowl.

4

In another bowl, beat eggs, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until combined.

5

Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, then mix until smooth.

6

Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.

7

Let the cake cool completely in the pan before transferring it to a wire rack.

8

Slice the cooled cake into three horizontal layers.

9

Spread raspberry jam on the first layer, then add a layer of heavy cream.

10

Place the second cake layer on top and repeat the jam and cream layers.

11

Top with the final cake layer and cover the entire cake with whipped cream.

12

Roll out marzipan and color it green, then cover the cake with it, smoothing the surface.

13

Dust the top with powdered sugar and decorate with additional whipped cream or marzipan roses.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

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Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

glutendairynuts

Also Known As

Prinsesstårta

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