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Princess Cake (Prinsesstårta)

Princess Cake (Prinsesstårta)
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Indulge in the delightful experience of crafting a Princess Cake (Prinsesstårta), a charming Swedish dessert that captivates with its vibrant layers of fluffy sponge cake, rich pastry cream, and airy whipped cream, all enveloped in a smooth green marzipan exterior. This elegant treat is perfect for birthdays, weddings, or any special celebration. The combination of textures and flavors ensures each bite is a memorable one, while the optional pink marzipan rose adds an enchanting touch. Gather your ingredients and prepare to impress your guests with this show-stopping cake that’s as fun to make as it is to eat!

Ingredients

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  • 4 large eggs
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • Pinch of salt
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 4 egg yolks
  • 3 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup raspberry jam
  • 1 pound green marzipan
  • 1 pink marzipan rose (optional, for decoration)
  • Powdered sugar, for dusting

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
  2. Beat eggs and sugar until pale and fluffy. Sift in flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and salt; gently fold until combined.
  3. Pour into the prepared pan and bake for 25–30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely.
  4. For pastry cream, heat milk until simmering. Whisk egg yolks with sugar and cornstarch; gradually mix in hot milk. Return to heat until thickened, then chill.
  5. Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until stiff peaks form.
  6. Slice cooled sponge into three layers; spread raspberry jam on the bottom layer, followed by pastry cream. Add the second layer topped with whipped cream, then finish with the final sponge layer.
  7. Decorate with remaining whipped cream and roll out marzipan to cover the cake smoothly.

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