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Strawberry Custard Delight Cake Recipe

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Strawberry Custard Delight Cake is a luscious American dessert featuring moist layers of buttery cake filled with rich homemade custard and fresh strawberries, topped with whipped cream and whole strawberries for an elegant finish. Perfect for special occasions or a delightful treat, this cake combines creamy texture with fruity freshness for a memorable dessert experience.

Ingredients

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Cake Ingredients

  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 ½ tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup milk

Custard Filling Ingredients

  • 2 cups whole milk
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 3 tbsp cornstarch
  • 4 large egg yolks
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Other Ingredients

  • 2 cups fresh strawberries (diced, plus whole for topping)
  • Whipped cream (for decorating)

Instructions

  1. Preheat and prepare pans: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt to ensure even distribution of leavening and seasoning.
  3. Cream butter and sugar: In a separate large bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, which creates a tender cake crumb.
  4. Add eggs and vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time, making sure each egg is fully incorporated before adding the next. Then add the vanilla extract for flavor.
  5. Combine wet and dry ingredients: Alternately add the flour mixture and milk to the creamed mixture, starting and ending with the flour, mixing until the batter is smooth and well combined.
  6. Bake the cake layers: Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Remove from the oven and cool completely on wire racks.
  7. Prepare the custard filling: In a saucepan, heat the whole milk until warm but not boiling. In a bowl, whisk together granulated sugar, cornstarch, and egg yolks. Slowly pour the warm milk into this mixture while whisking continuously.
  8. Cook the custard: Return the combined mixture to the saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until the custard thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
  9. Finish the custard: Remove from heat and stir in the butter and vanilla extract. Cover the surface with plastic wrap pressed directly onto the custard to prevent a skin from forming, then let cool.
  10. Slice cake layers: Once the cakes are completely cool, slice each layer horizontally to create four thin cake layers for layering with custard and strawberries.
  11. Assemble the cake: Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a layer of custard over it, then sprinkle with diced strawberries. Repeat layering with remaining cake layers, custard, and strawberries.
  12. Top and decorate: Spread custard evenly on the top layer. Garnish with halved whole strawberries and pipe whipped cream around the edges for an elegant finish.
  13. Chill before serving: Refrigerate the assembled cake for at least 1 to 2 hours to allow flavors to meld and the custard to set before serving.

Notes

  • For best flavor and texture, always use fresh strawberries.
  • Chilling the cake enhances the melding of flavors and the custard’s firmness.
  • This cake can be prepared a day in advance, making it ideal for parties and gatherings.

Keywords: Strawberry custard cake, layered cake, homemade custard, fresh strawberries, whipped cream cake, American dessert

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