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Strawberry Custard Delight Cake

A luscious cake layered with sweet strawberries and creamy custard, perfect for summer celebrations.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Cake, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2.5 tsp baking powder
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 1.5 cups granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup milk
For the Custard Filling
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 0.5 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 tbsp cornstarch
  • 4 large egg yolks
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
For Assembly
  • 2 cups fresh strawberries (diced, plus whole for topping)
  • 1 cup whipped cream (for decorating)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the eggs one at a time and add the vanilla extract.
  5. Alternate adding the dry ingredients and the milk until smooth.
  6. Divide the batter evenly into prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes.
  7. Let the cake layers cool completely.
Making the Custard
  1. In a saucepan, gently heat the milk until warm, avoiding boiling.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together sugar, cornstarch, and egg yolks.
  3. Pour the warm milk into the egg mixture while whisking.
  4. Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring until thickened.
  5. Remove from heat, mix in butter and vanilla, cover, and let cool.
Assembly
  1. Slice each cooled cake layer in half horizontally.
  2. On a plate, place the first layer, spread custard, and top with diced strawberries.
  3. Repeat with remaining layers, spreading custard on top.
  4. Decorate with whole strawberries and whipped cream and chill in the fridge for 1-2 hours.

Notes

Use fresh strawberries for the best flavor and always allow for proper cooling time for enhanced taste. Feel free to experiment with other fruits.