Layered Custard Cake Recipe

A Layered Custard Cake is a decadent dessert that features layers of fluffy cake and smooth, creamy custard. It’s perfect for special occasions or when you want to indulge in a rich, flavorful treat. Here’s a delicious recipe for a Layered Custard Cake that’s sure to impress!

Ingredients:

For the Cake:

• 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
• 4 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup whole milk
• 1/4 cup heavy cream

For the Custard:

• 2 cups whole milk
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 4 large egg yolks
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt

For the Whipped Cream:

• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

Step 1: Prepare the Cake

1. Preheat the Oven:
   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 8-inch round cake pans.
2. Make the Cake Batter:
   • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
   • In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar together using an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
   • Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
   • Alternate adding the dry ingredients and milk to the batter, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
   • Pour in the heavy cream and mix until smooth.
3. Bake the Cake:
   • Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
   • Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean.
   • Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 2: Prepare the Custard

1. Cook the Custard:
   • In a medium saucepan, heat the whole milk and heavy cream over medium heat until just simmering (do not boil).
   • In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, sugar, cornstarch, and salt.
   • Gradually pour the hot milk mixture into the egg yolk mixture, whisking constantly to prevent curdling.
   • Return the custard mixture to the saucepan and cook over medium-low heat, whisking constantly, until the custard thickens, about 5-7 minutes.
   • Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Let the custard cool slightly before using.

Step 3: Prepare the Whipped Cream

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