Description
Vanilla magic custard cake is a unique dessert that separates into three layers while baking: a fluffy sponge top, creamy custard center, and dense base, all with rich vanilla flavor.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups milk, lukewarm
- 4 large eggs, separated
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 160°C (325°F) and grease an 8×8-inch baking pan.
- Whip egg whites until stiff peaks form and set aside.
- In a separate bowl, beat egg yolks with sugar until pale.
- Add melted butter and vanilla extract, mixing well.
- Mix in flour and salt until smooth.
- Slowly whisk in lukewarm milk until fully incorporated (batter will be very thin).
- Gently fold egg whites into the batter in three additions, leaving small lumps.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan.
- Bake for 45–50 minutes until the top is lightly golden and the center is set but jiggly.
- Cool completely, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- Dust with powdered sugar before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Do not overmix the egg whites into the batter.
- Chilling helps the custard layer fully set.
- Use room-temperature eggs for best results.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: European