Deliciously easy: Raspberry crumb cake for any season

When the first raspberries appear, I rub my hands with excitement because I know it's time for one of my favorite cakes. The raspberry cake with a crumbly base combines all the best flavors.

The best dessert recipe is a crumbly, sweet cake contrasted with raspberries and topped with a crumble. My mom used to bake it this way, and now I've taken over and prepared my loved one's favorite dessert. The recipe is straightforward, and preparation is quick. It's perfect for a summer afternoon as a complement to coffee or tea.

This recipe works every time, so it's great for those just starting their baking adventure. A crumbly cake layered with raspberries and topped with a crumble will tempt anyone. Although fresh fruit is best, you can return to this recipe using frozen raspberries in the winter. It's an all-year-round cake, ideal for any occasion.

When it appears on the table, everyone immediately grabs a plate. I advise you to hurry with eating because the raspberry cake with a crumbly base disappears quickly.

Ingredients:

Cake:

• 14 ounces of all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 8 ounces of butter
• 5 ounces of sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• a pinch of salt

Other ingredients:

• 25 ounces of raspberries
• 1 teaspoon potato starch
• 1 ounce of sugar

Instructions:

Step 1. Combine the all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, vanilla extract, and eggs in a bowl. Add the cubed butter and knead the dough. I use a mixer with hook attachments for this, but it can also be done by hand. Form a ball, wrap it in cling film, and refrigerate for an hour.

Step 2. Press half of the dough into the base of a baking tray lined with parchment paper. Preheat the oven to 350°F and partially bake it for 10 minutes.

Step 3. Wash the raspberries, dry them well, and transfer them to a bowl. Add the potato starch and shake to coat the fruit well. Place the raspberries on the partially baked base and sprinkle with sugar.

Step 4. Tear the remaining crumbly dough into pieces and place them on top. Preheat the oven to 350°F and bake for 35 minutes.

Step 5. Cut the finished cake into pieces and serve to my loved ones. It tastes best fresh, after cooling. Enjoy!