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Melt-in-Your-Mouth Cake Recipe

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Melt-in-Your-Mouth Cake is a luscious layered dessert featuring a delicate dough baked into two soft layers and assembled with a rich, creamy filling made from eggs, sugar, flour, milk, and butter. This cake combines smooth textures with a light sweetness, offering a sophisticated treat perfect for any occasion, finished with a dusting of icing sugar or your preferred garnish.

Ingredients

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Dough Ingredients

  • 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 Ingredients

  • 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
  • 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 of milk, 100 ml of water, and ½ teaspoon of salt, stirring until the butter is fully melted and liquids are combined.
  2. Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together 150 grams of all-purpose flour and 1 teaspoon of baking powder to evenly distribute the baking powder.
  3. Incorporate the Dry Mixture: When the liquid mixture boils, reduce heat and gradually add the dry flour mixture, stirring continuously to avoid lumps. Cook until the dough forms a smooth ball and pulls away from the pan sides.
  4. Cool and Add Eggs: Transfer the dough to a mixing bowl and cool it until warm but not hot. Add 4 eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each until the dough becomes smooth and slightly sticky.
  5. Bake the Layers: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a 25cm round baking pan with parchment paper. Divide dough into two equal parts. Spread one portion evenly and bake for 20 minutes on the middle rack. Repeat for the second layer. Cool completely before assembling.
  6. Whisk the Base Ingredients for Cream: In a bowl, beat 2 eggs with 150 grams sugar until pale and frothy. Gradually add 100 grams flour, then 500 ml milk, whisking to a smooth batter.
  7. Cook the Cream Mixture: Pour the mixture into a saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly to thicken and avoid lumps. Once boiling, cook for three minutes more. Remove from heat and cover with plastic wrap to cool.
  8. Blend the Butter and Cream: Beat 180 grams butter until light and fluffy. Slowly add the cooled cream mixture in spoonfuls, blending well until smooth and creamy filling forms.
  9. Layer the Cake: Place one baked dough layer in a pan. Spread half of the cream filling evenly on top. Add the second layer and cover with the remaining cream filling.
  10. Chill the Cake: Refrigerate for at least two hours to allow filling to set and flavors to meld.
  11. Garnish and Serve: Before serving, dust the cake with icing sugar or garnish of choice. Slice and serve to enjoy this delightful melt-in-your-mouth dessert.

Notes

  • Allow the dough to cool sufficiently before adding eggs to avoid cooking them prematurely.
  • Stirring continuously when cooking dough and cream mixture prevents lumps and ensures a smooth texture.
  • Use parchment paper in the pan to prevent sticking and for easy removal of cake layers.
  • Chilling the cake is essential for the cream filling to set and develop optimal flavor.
  • Customize garnishes such as fresh fruit, nuts, or cocoa powder to vary presentation and taste.

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