Homemade Zebra Cakes
Recreate the nostalgic Zebra Cakes at home with this easy recipe featuring soft vanilla sponge, creamy filling, and the signature chocolate-striped frosting.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Electric Mixer
- Baking Sheet
- Round Cookie Cutter
Ingredients
Vanilla Sponge Cake
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- ¾ cup sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup milk
Cream Filling
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
Chocolate Striped Glaze
- 1 ½ cups white chocolate chips
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- ¼ cup dark chocolate chips melted for stripes
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with milk, and mix until smooth.
- Spread the batter evenly onto the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15–20 minutes until golden. Let cool.
- For the filling, whip heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
- Use a round cookie cutter to cut out small cake circles. Spread cream filling between two cake layers to make a sandwich.
- Melt white chocolate with vegetable oil and coat the cakes. Let set before drizzling melted dark chocolate stripes on top.
Notes
For a richer flavor, add a layer of fruit jam inside. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.