Description
Indulge in the creamy decadence of this Custard Cake Recipe that boasts three distinct layers of flavor and texture. This magical dessert combines a dense base, a luscious custard middle, and a light sponge top, creating a delightful treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
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For the Cake:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
For the Custard:
- 4 large eggs, room temperature
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups whole milk, warm
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
Additional:
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 325°F. Grease and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- Prepare the Batter: Separate the eggs, beat yolks with sugar, add butter, water, and vanilla. Gradually mix in flour and salt, then whisk in warm milk.
- Whip Egg Whites: In a separate bowl, beat egg whites to stiff peaks.
- Combine Batter: Gently fold egg whites into the batter. Pour into prepared pan.
- Bake: Bake for 50–60 minutes until set. Cool, then refrigerate for 2 hours.
- Serve: Slice and dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
- This cake separates into three layers as it bakes: a dense base, creamy custard middle, and light sponge top.
- Use room-temperature ingredients for best results, and don’t skip the chilling time.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: European
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
