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⭐ Princess Cake Recipe (Easy Swedish Prinsesstårta)

A light, elegant, and delicious Princess Cake made with soft sponge layers, raspberry jam, vanilla custard, whipped cream, and a beautiful green marzipan cover. Perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or special dessert moments!

Make a classic Swedish Princess Cake (Prinsesstårta) at home! Soft sponge layers, vanilla custard, raspberry jam, whipped cream, and green marzipan. Easy step-by-step recipe + tips.

🥣 Ingredients

For the Sponge Cake

  • 4 large eggs
  • ¾ cup sugar
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

For Custard Filling

  • 2 cups milk
  • 3 tbsp cornstarch
  • 3 egg yolks
  • ¼ cup sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

For Whipped Cream

  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 3 tbsp powdered sugar

For Assembly

  • ½ cup raspberry jam
  • 300g marzipan (green preferred)
  • Powdered sugar (for dusting)
  • Pink marzipan rose (optional but traditional)

🧁 How to Make Princess Cake (Step-by-Step)

Step 1: Make the Sponge Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Beat eggs and sugar until pale and fluffy.
  3. Gently fold in flour and baking powder.
  4. Add vanilla.
  5. Bake in a round cake pan for 25–30 minutes.
  6. Cool completely and slice into 3 layers.

Step 2: Make the Custard

  1. Heat milk in a saucepan.
  2. Whisk sugar, egg yolks, and cornstarch separately.
  3. Slowly add warm milk into yolk mixture.
  4. Return to heat and whisk until thickened.
  5. Add vanilla and cool fully.

Step 3: Whip the Cream

Beat cold heavy cream with powdered sugar until thick and fluffy.

Step 4: Assemble the Cake

  1. Place the bottom sponge layer on a board.
  2. Spread raspberry jam.
  3. Add a layer of custard.
  4. Add second sponge and cover with whipped cream.
  5. Place the top sponge and shape the cream into a dome.
  6. Chill for 30 minutes.

Step 5: Add Marzipan Cover

  1. Dust your counter with powdered sugar.
  2. Roll out marzipan into a large, thin circle.
  3. Carefully drape it over the dome-shaped cake.
  4. Trim edges and smooth out gently.
  5. Add a pink marzipan rose on top (optional).

🎉 Serving

Slice with a sharp knife and serve chilled. This cake tastes even better the next day!

❓ FAQs

1. Why is Princess Cake green?

Traditionally, the Swedish version uses green marzipan to symbolize elegance and royalty.

2. Can I use whipped cream instead of custard?

Yes, but authentic Princess Cake includes both.

3. How long does it last?

Up to 3 days refrigerated.

4. Can I make it without marzipan?

You can cover it with whipped cream, but marzipan is the signature topping.

🔗 Similar Recipes  

  • Swedish Meatballs
  • Oliebollen
  • Stroopwafels
  • Dutch Baby Pancakes
  • Butter Cake

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