Description

Indulge in the creamy delight of Custard Cake, a magical layered dessert that combines a fluffy top, creamy custard center, and a dense base. This easy-to-make cake is a perfect treat for any occasion.

Ingredients

Cake:

1 cup all-purpose flour
¾ cup granulated sugar
½ cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
4 large eggs, separated
2 cups whole milk, warmed
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ teaspoon salt

Topping:

¼ teaspoon cream of tartar
Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)

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Instructions

Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 325°F and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides.
Prepare the batter: In a large bowl, beat egg yolks and ¾ cup sugar until pale. Mix in melted butter, vanilla extract, flour, and salt. Gradually whisk in warm milk until smooth.
Whip the egg whites: In a separate bowl, beat egg whites with cream of tartar and remaining sugar until stiff peaks form.
Combine the batter: Gently fold egg whites into the batter. Pour into the pan and bake for 50–60 minutes until golden.
Cool and serve: Let the cake cool, refrigerate for 2 hours, then slice and dust with powdered sugar.

Notes

This cake forms three layers: fluffy top, creamy custard center, and dense base.
Use room-temperature eggs and warm milk for best separation.