White Chocolate Raspberry Traybake
The White Chocolate Raspberry Traybake is a moist and elegant dessert combining creamy white chocolate with tangy raspberries for a perfect balance of sweet and tart. Simple to prepare with everyday ingredients, this versatile traybake is ideal for casual gatherings, teatime treats, or impressive bake sales, offering a delightful fusion of flavors and a beautiful presentation.
- Author: Lina
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Total Time: 40-45 minutes
- Yield: 9-12 squares 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
- Diet: Gluten Free
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup (175g) white chocolate, chopped into small pieces
- 1 cup (120g) fresh raspberries
- 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs, at room temperature
- 1 1/4 cups (160g) all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour blend for gluten-free option)
- 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Gather all ingredients, chop the white chocolate into small pieces for even distribution, and preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cream Butter and Sugar: Beat the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, which helps create a tender crumb and slightly airy texture.
- Incorporate Eggs and Vanilla: Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, then mix in the vanilla extract for subtle depth of flavor.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift together the flour and baking powder to ensure even rising and a smooth batter.
- Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined, avoiding overmixing to prevent a tough bake.
- Fold in White Chocolate and Raspberries: Gently fold in chopped white chocolate and fresh raspberries, distributing them evenly throughout the batter.
- Bake Until Golden: Pour the batter into a lined 9×9 inch traybake tin and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the traybake to cool completely in the tin to set fully before slicing into squares for serving.
Notes
- Use softened butter and eggs at room temperature for better mixing and texture.
- Choose ripe, firm raspberries to avoid excess moisture that can make the bake soggy.
- Chop white chocolate into small pieces to distribute evenly and create pockets of creaminess.
- Fold ingredients gently to keep the bake tender rather than dense.
- Use a toothpick to check for doneness to avoid overbaking and drying out the traybake.
- Cool completely before cutting to keep pieces neat and prevent crumbling.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (approx. 1/12 of traybake)
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 75 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
Keywords: white chocolate, raspberry, traybake, dessert, baking, moist cake, gluten-free option