Description
Indulge in the enchanting flavors of Princess Cake (Prinsesstårta), a classic Swedish dessert that promises to elevate your celebrations. This stunning cake features layers of delicate sponge, rich pastry cream, and fluffy whipped cream, all elegantly enveloped in smooth green marzipan. Perfect for birthdays, weddings, or any festive occasion, its beautiful presentation and delightful taste will impress your guests. The combination of textures—from the airy sponge to the creamy fillings—creates a heavenly experience with every bite. Whether served at a lavish gathering or an intimate tea party, this cake is sure to become a cherished centerpiece on your dessert table.
Ingredients
- 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 (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 pink marzipan rose (optional, for decoration)
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9-inch round cake pan.
- Beat eggs and sugar until fluffy; fold in sifted dry ingredients.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes; cool completely before slicing into three layers.
- Make pastry cream by heating milk and whisking with egg yolks, sugar, and cornstarch; chill.
- Whip cream until stiff peaks form.
- Assemble by layering sponge, jam, pastry cream, whipped cream; repeat.
- Cover with whipped cream and marzipan; decorate as desired.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Swedish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (120g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. Chill each component thoroughly to ensure stability during assembly. Customize with different fruit fillings or flavored creams for variations.