Description
This Cherry Blossom Dream Cake is a five-layer spring dessert that combines the delicate aroma of cherry blossoms with rich white chocolate and fluffy sponge layers. Perfect for birthdays, bridal showers, or spring gatherings, this cake brings elegance and flavor to every slice.
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Sponge Base:
- 1½ cups cake flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp baking powder
- For the Cherry Blossom Cream:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp cherry blossom syrup or essence
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- For the Ganache:
- 1 cup white chocolate chips
- ½ cup heavy cream
- For the Cherry Jelly Layer:
- 1 cup cherry puree or cherry jam
- 1 tbsp cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
- For the Frosting:
- 1 cup whipped cream
- A few drops of pink food coloring (optional)
- Edible cherry blossoms (for decoration)
Instructions
- Prepare the Sponge: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Cream butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract. Fold in sifted flour and baking powder until combined. Pour batter into greased cake pans and bake for 25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely before layering.
- Make the Cherry Blossom Cream: In a mixing bowl, whip heavy cream with cherry blossom syrup and powdered sugar until soft peaks form. Refrigerate until ready to use.
- Prepare the Ganache: Heat heavy cream until just simmering. Pour over white chocolate chips and let sit for 2 minutes. Stir until smooth and glossy.
- Cherry Jelly Layer: Heat cherry puree in a small pan, stir in cornstarch if you prefer a thicker consistency. Cool completely before layering.
- Assemble the Cake: Start with the sponge base. Add a layer of cherry blossom cream. Spread a thin layer of cherry jelly. Pour over white chocolate ganache. Repeat the process until all layers are stacked.
- Frost and Decorate: Cover the cake with whipped cream frosting. Add edible cherry blossoms or pink meringue for garnish. Chill for at least 1 hour before serving.
Notes
Use high-quality cherry blossom syrup for authentic flavor.
For a stronger cherry taste, brush each sponge layer with cherry syrup.
Always chill between layers to keep the cake firm.
Avoid artificial flavoring; natural cherry blossom extract gives a softer taste.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of cake)
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 28 g
- Sodium: 130 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg
Keywords: Cherry Blossom Dream Cake, sakura cake, spring dessert, 5-layer cake