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Melt-in-Your-Mouth Cake Recipe

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This Melt-in-Your-Mouth Cake is a rich and creamy dessert featuring tender baked dough layers filled with a luscious, smooth butter cream. The cake combines the comforting flavors of buttery dough and sweet, silky cream filling, perfect for special occasions or an indulgent treat. The process involves cooking a dough on the stovetop, baking it into delicate layers, and assembling with a cooked cream filling that is whipped with butter for extra richness.

Ingredients

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Dough

  • 150 grams (1 ½ cups) all-purpose flour
  • 100 ml (½ cup) water
  • 100 ml (½ cup) milk
  • 80 grams (⅓ cup) butter
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Cream Filling

  • 500 ml (2 cups) milk
  • 150 grams (¾ cup) sugar
  • 100 grams (1 cup) all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs
  • 180 grams (¾ cup) butter

For Garnish

  • Icing sugar or your favorite garnish

Instructions

  1. Preparing the Dough: In a saucepan over medium heat, melt 80 grams of butter. Add 100 ml water, 100 ml milk, and ½ teaspoon salt, stirring until the butter is fully melted and the liquids are combined.
  2. Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together 150 grams flour and 1 teaspoon baking powder to distribute the leavening evenly.
  3. Incorporate the Dry Mixture: Bring the liquid mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and gradually add the dry mixture while stirring continuously to avoid lumps. Cook the dough until it forms a smooth ball that pulls away from the pan sides.
  4. Cool and Add Eggs: Transfer the dough to a bowl and cool until warm but not hot. Add 4 large eggs one at a time, beating thoroughly after each addition until the dough is smooth and slightly sticky.
  5. Bake the Layers: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a 25cm round pan with parchment paper. Divide dough into two equal parts, bake each separately for 20 minutes on the middle rack until set and golden. Cool completely.
  6. Making the Cream Filling – Whisk the Base Ingredients: In a bowl, beat 2 eggs and 150 grams sugar until pale and frothy. Gradually add 100 grams flour, then 500 ml milk, whisking constantly to create a smooth batter.
  7. Cook the Cream Mixture: Pour batter into a saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly. When the mixture thickens and starts boiling, cook for 3 more minutes, then remove from heat and cover with plastic wrap to prevent skin formation while cooling.
  8. Blend the Butter and Cream: Beat 180 grams butter until fluffy. Gradually incorporate the cooled cream mixture a few spoonfuls at a time, blending well for a smooth creamy filling.
  9. Assembling the Cake – Layer the Cake: Place one baked dough layer on a clean pan, spread half of the cream filling evenly over it. Top with the second dough layer and spread the remaining cream evenly on top.
  10. Chill the Cake: Refrigerate the cake for at least 2 hours to allow the cream to set and flavors to meld.
  11. Garnish and Serve: Dust the top with icing sugar or your favorite garnish. Slice and serve to enjoy this melt-in-your-mouth indulgence.

Notes

  • The dough must be cooled before adding eggs to prevent them from cooking prematurely.
  • Whisking constantly during cooking of the cream is essential to avoid lumps.
  • You can use parchment paper to ensure easy removal of cake layers from the pan.
  • Chilling the assembled cake helps the cream set properly for clean slicing.
  • Feel free to garnish with fresh fruits or nuts instead of icing sugar for variation.

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