Description
Vanilla Magic Custard Cake is a delightful dessert with a magical transformation, forming three layers: a golden crust on top, a smooth custard in the middle, and a denser base. It’s a rich, creamy treat perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large eggs, separated
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups milk, lukewarm
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C) and prepare your ingredients by separating the egg yolks from the egg whites.
- Whisk together the egg yolks and granulated sugar until creamy and pale yellow.
- Add the melted butter, warm milk, and vanilla extract to the egg mixture, and whisk until combined.
- Sift the flour and salt together and gently fold them into the wet mixture.
- Beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form, then fold them into the batter carefully.
- Pour the batter into a greased 8×8 baking pan and bake for 40-45 minutes, until the top is golden and set.
- Let the cake cool for a few minutes before transferring it to a wire rack. Dust with powdered sugar and serve.
Notes
- For an egg-free version, use flax eggs or aquafaba.
- Replace butter with coconut oil for a dairy-free version.
- Any plant-based milk can replace dairy milk.
- For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free all-purpose flour.
- Add lemon or almond extract for a flavor variation, or stir in chocolate chips or fresh berries.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40-45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: Vanilla Magic Custard Cake, custard, dessert, baking, egg-free, dairy-free, gluten-free