Karen's Show Stopper 2.1.0.3

Karen's Show Stopper is a must-try recipe for any dessert lover. Created by renowned pastry chef Karen Kenworthy, this showstopping dessert is sure to impress your friends and family.

The dessert consists of layers of fluffy, moist sponge cake, creamy vanilla pastry cream, and sweet, tangy raspberry sauce. The cake is baked to perfection and soaked in raspberry syrup before being layered with the pastry cream and sauce.

What sets Karen's Show Stopper apart from other cakes is its stunning presentation. The dessert is topped off with fresh raspberries and whipped cream rosettes, making it a feast for the eyes as well as the taste buds.

This dessert is perfect for any special occasion or celebration. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or a birthday celebration, Karen's Show Stopper is guaranteed to impress your guests.

• Ingredients:
• 1. 1 cup all-purpose flour
  2. 1 tsp baking powder
  3. 1/4 tsp salt
  4. 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  5. 3 large eggs
  6. 1/3 cup vegetable oil
  7. 1/3 cup milk
  8. 1 tsp vanilla extract
  9. 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  10. 2 tbsp powdered sugar
  11. 1 tsp vanilla extract
  12. 2 cups raspberries
  13. 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  14. 2 tbsp cornstarch
• Instructions:
• 1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, beat sugar and eggs until light and fluffy. Add in oil, milk, and vanilla extract, and beat until combined.
  4. Add in the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the middle of the cake comes out clean.
  6. In a small saucepan, combine raspberries, sugar, and cornstarch. Cook over medium heat until mixture thickens, stirring frequently.
  7. Remove cake from oven and let cool completely. Once cooled, cut cake into 2 layers.
  8. In a large mixing bowl, whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Fold in powdered sugar and vanilla extract.
  9. To assemble the showstopper, place one layer of cake on a serving plate or cake stand. Spread a layer of vanilla pastry cream over the cake layer, followed by a layer of raspberry sauce.
  10. Cover with the second layer of cake and repeat the layers of pastry cream and raspberry sauce.
  11. Spread whipped cream over the sides and top of cake. Garnish with fresh raspberries and whipped cream rosettes.

Enjoy Karen's Show Stopper with friends and family for an unforgettable dessert experience!