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Preheat oven to 175°C. Grease and flour two 23 cm round cake pans.
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In a large mixing bowl, beat softened butter with granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
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Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Blend in vanilla extract.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add dry mixture to wet ingredients, alternating with milk, mixing until just combined.
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Gently fold in white chocolate chips and fresh raspberries using a spatula.
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Divide batter evenly between prepared pans. Bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the centre comes out clean.
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Allow cakes to cool in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
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In a chilled bowl, beat heavy whipping cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
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Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of whipped cream on top, then position the second layer over it.
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Coat the top and sides of cake with remaining whipped cream. If desired, decorate with additional raspberries and white chocolate shavings.