Vanilla Magic Custard Cake
A delightful dessert with a rich vanilla flavor and a unique texture that separates into three layers while baking, perfect for beginner bakers.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled Ensure butter is cool to avoid cooking the eggs.
- 2 cups milk, lukewarm Milk should be lukewarm for better mixing.
- 1 1/4 cups powdered sugar Used for mixing with egg yolks.
- 4 large eggs, separated Whip whites until stiff peaks form.
- 1 tablespoon water Mixed into the egg yolk and sugar mixture.
- 1 cup flour Gently fold into the batter.
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract Use fresh extract for best flavor.
- to taste Powdered sugar for dusting For garnishing before serving.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C). Lightly grease an 8x8 inch baking dish and set it aside.
- Separate the eggs, placing the whites in a clean, dry bowl. Whip the egg whites until stiff peaks form and set aside.
- In a separate bowl, beat the egg yolks and powdered sugar until pale yellow and fluffy.
- Mix in the melted butter and water for about 2 minutes.
- Gently mix in the flour until evenly incorporated.
- Slowly beat in the lukewarm milk and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth.
- Gently fold in the whipped egg whites, one-third at a time.
Baking
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and bake for 40-60 minutes, or until the cake is barely jiggly in the center.
- Cool the cake completely before dusting with powdered sugar.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for about 3-4 days. Serve warm or at room temperature, plain or with toppings.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 4gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 200mgSugar: 16g
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