🍰 Creamy Custard-Filled Soft Cake
🌿 Description
This dreamy dessert features a light, fluffy sponge cake wrapped around a silky, vanilla custard filling. It’s soft, delicate, and melt-in-your-mouth delicious—perfect for tea time, celebrations, or whenever you want something comforting yet elegant.
🛒 Ingredients
For the Soft Cake
- 4 large eggs (room temperature)
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/4 cup melted butter or oil
- Pinch of salt
For the Creamy Custard Filling
- 2 cups milk
- 3 egg yolks
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp butter
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Prepare the Custard
- Heat milk in a saucepan until warm (not boiling).
- In a bowl, whisk egg yolks, sugar, and cornstarch until smooth.
- Slowly pour warm milk into the mixture while whisking.
- Return to heat and cook on low, stirring constantly until thick.
- Remove from heat, add vanilla and butter, mix well.
- Cover with plastic wrap (touching surface) and let cool completely.
2. Make the Soft Cake
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease and line a baking pan.
- Beat eggs and sugar until pale, thick, and fluffy.
- Mix in vanilla.
- Gently fold in flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Add milk and melted butter; fold until smooth.
- Pour batter into pan and bake for 20–25 minutes until golden.
- Cool completely.
3. Assemble the Cake
- Slice cake horizontally (or cut into layers).
- Spread custard evenly over one layer.
- Place the second layer on top.
- Chill for 1–2 hours for best texture.
🍽️ Serving Ideas
- Dust with powdered sugar for a classic finish
- Top with fresh berries for a fruity touch
- Drizzle with chocolate or caramel sauce
- Serve with tea or coffee
💡 Tips for Perfect Results
- Don’t overbake—softness is key
- Whisk custard continuously to avoid lumps
- Chill well before slicing for clean layers
- Add whipped cream to custard for extra lightness
🔄 Variations
🍫 Chocolate Twist
Add cocoa powder to cake or melted chocolate to custard
🍓 Fruity Version
Layer with strawberries, mango, or peaches
🥥 Tropical Flavor
Use coconut milk in custard and add shredded coconut
🍯 Honey Vanilla
Replace sugar with honey for a richer taste
❓ Q & A
Q: Can I make custard ahead of time?
A: Yes! Store in the fridge for up to 2 days.
Q: Why is my custard lumpy?
A: It may have cooked too quickly—strain it or whisk vigorously.
Q: Can I use store-bought custard?
A: Absolutely, for a quicker version.
Q: How do I store the cake?
A: Keep refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
🥗 Nutritional Highlights
- Good source of protein (eggs & milk)
- Provides calcium
- Soft and satisfying dessert
