Raspberry and Coconut Cake

Carefully separate the egg whites from the yolks, making sure that no drop of yolk remains in the egg whites. In a deep bowl, place the egg whites, preparing to beat them into a foam. The yolks are placed in a pot that will be put on the stove, where the magic of preparing the cream will begin. We start by beating the egg whites with a mixer, gradually adding 250 grams of sugar. We continue to beat until we obtain a stiff and shiny foam that holds well on the mixer’s paddle. Once the egg whites are ready, we add the coconut mixed with the two tablespoons of flour. It is important to incorporate the coconut gently, so as not to lose the air in the egg whites.

We prepare two sheets, pouring the batter onto the back of a greased tray, ensuring that it spreads evenly. When the sheets are in the oven, the part that drips on the walls will be cut with a knife a few minutes before the baking is finished, to ensure a perfect shape. Once the sheets are baked, we let them cool for 2-3 minutes on the tray to avoid breaking them when removing.

Now we move on to preparing the cream. The yolks are rubbed with sugar, adjusting the amount to taste, and the vanilla pudding is added, gradually mixing with 400 ml of milk. If we want an intense vanilla flavor, now is the perfect time to add vanilla essence or vanillin. The pot is placed on the heat and stirred constantly until the pudding thickens. Once it reaches the desired consistency, it is removed from the heat and left to cool. After cooling, the butter is incorporated using the mixer to obtain a smooth and homogeneous cream.

The assembly of the cake can begin. In a tray, we lay down a plastic wrap, then place the first sheet of batter. We pour the vanilla cream over it, distributing it evenly, then add fresh raspberries, which will bring a pleasant contrast of texture and flavor. We carefully place the second sheet of batter on top and cover everything with plastic wrap. The cake needs to stay in the refrigerator for a few hours to set well and to allow the flavors to combine.

For decoration, we have a few delicious options available. We can drizzle it with raspberry syrup, which will add a note of sweetness and an attractive appearance. Alternatively, the cake can be covered in vanilla cream and decorated with fresh raspberries or even whipped cream, depending on everyone's preferences. Each variant will add an extra flavor and transform the dessert into a true culinary masterpiece. It is a recipe that, besides flavor, also offers visual pleasure, being perfect to be enjoyed in the company of loved ones.