Strawberry Custard Delight Cake
A delightful dessert combining fluffy cake layered with creamy custard and fresh strawberries, perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
For the cake
- 2 cups all-purpose flour Provides the foundation for the cake.
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar For sweetness.
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter At room temperature for easy mixing.
- 1 cup whole milk Adds moisture to the cake.
- 4 large eggs Binds the mixture.
- 1 tablespoon baking powder Leavening agent.
- 0.5 teaspoon salt Enhances flavor.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Adds aroma.
For the custard
- 2 cups whole milk Base for the custard.
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar For sweetness.
- 0.25 cup cornstarch Thickens the custard.
- 4 large egg yolks Adds richness.
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter For creaminess.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract For flavor.
For assembly
- 2 cups fresh strawberries Diced for layering.
- 1 cup whipped cream For garnish.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt; set aside.
- Cream together the unsalted butter and granulated sugar until fluffy, then gradually add the eggs one at a time.
- Stir in the vanilla extract.
Mixing
- Alternate adding the dry flour mixture and the milk to the butter-sugar mixture, mixing gently.
- Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pans.
Baking
- Bake for about 25 to 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Custard Preparation
- Heat two cups of whole milk in a saucepan over medium heat.
- Whisk together the granulated sugar, cornstarch, and egg yolks until smooth.
- Gradually whisk warm milk into the egg mixture, then return to the saucepan.
- Cook while stirring until the custard thickens, then stir in butter and vanilla extract.
Assembly
- Once cakes have cooled, slice each layer horizontally to create four thin layers.
- Layer the custard and diced strawberries between cake layers, finishing with a layer of custard on top.
- Garnish with whipped cream and halved strawberries.
- Chill for 1 to 2 hours before serving.
Notes
Use quality, ripe strawberries for best flavor. Precision in baking is key. Let the cake chill before serving for easy slicing.