Description
A classic Boston Cream Pie with layers of sponge cake, rich custard, and chocolate glaze. Perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 cup custard or pastry cream
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 4 oz semisweet chocolate, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then vanilla.
- Alternately add dry ingredients and milk, mixing until smooth.
- Divide batter between pans. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool cakes completely. Spread custard over one layer, then top with the second layer.
- Heat heavy cream until simmering, pour over chocolate, and stir until smooth.
- Pour glaze over the cake, spreading evenly. Chill before serving.
Notes
- Use room temperature ingredients for best results.
- Chill the custard before assembling the cake.
- Let the glaze cool slightly before pouring for a smoother finish.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg