Creating a cream cake with European Corinthian black raisins can be a delightful twist on a classic dessert. Here's a recipe for a creamy sponge cake with raisins, along with a delicious frosting:

Ingredients:

For the Cake:

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/2 cup European Corinthian black raisins

For the Cream Cheese Frosting:

• 8 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 cups powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:

   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 8-inch round cake pans.

2. Prepare the Cake Batter:

   • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
   • In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
   • Beat in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
   • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
   • Fold in the European Corinthian black raisins until evenly distributed throughout the batter.

3. Bake the Cake:

   • Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
   • Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean.
   • Remove the cakes from the oven and allow them to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.

4. Make the Cream Cheese Frosting:

   • In a large mixing bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy.
   • Gradually add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, beating well after each addition.
   • Add the vanilla extract and beat until the frosting is smooth and spreadable.

5. Assemble the Cake:

   • Once the cakes have cooled completely, place one cake layer on a serving plate or cake stand.
   • Spread a layer of cream cheese frosting over the top of the cake layer.
   • Place the second cake layer on top and spread the remaining frosting over the top and sides of the cake.
   • Optionally, decorate the top of the cake with additional European Corinthian black raisins.

6. Chill and Serve:

   • Chill the cake in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before slicing and serving.
   • Enjoy your creamy sponge cake with European Corinthian black raisins!

This cream cake with European Corinthian black raisins combines the richness of cream cheese frosting with the sweetness of raisins for a decadent and flavorful dessert. Adjust the amount of raisins according to your preference.