Boston Cream Pie
Despite its name, Boston Cream Pie is actually a cake, not a pie. It was named after the city of Boston, where it was first created.
This is non vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 115 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 16.
Ingredients
- 180g all-purpose flour For the cake:
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 110g unsalted butter
- 150g granulated sugar
- 2 eggs
- 120ml milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 480ml milk For the cream filling:
- 120g granulated sugar
- 3 egg yolks
- 30g cornstarch
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 120g semi-sweet chocolate For the chocolate glaze:
- 120ml heavy cream
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the milk and vanilla extract. Gradually add the dry ingredients and mix until just blended.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans. Smooth the tops with a spatula.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Remove from the oven and let cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- For the cream filling, heat the milk in a saucepan over medium heat until it begins to steam. In a separate bowl, whisk together the sugar, egg yolks, and cornstarch until smooth. Slowly pour the hot milk into the egg mixture, whisking constantly. Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Let cool completely.
- Once the cakes and cream filling have cooled, place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread the cream filling evenly over the top. Place the second cake layer on top.
- For the chocolate glaze, heat the heavy cream in a saucepan over medium heat until it begins to steam. Remove from heat and add the chocolate and butter. Stir until smooth and glossy.
- Pour the chocolate glaze over the top of the cake, allowing it to drip down the sides. Use a spatula to smooth the glaze over the top.
- Refrigerate the cake for at least 1 hour before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 410kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 26g40%
- Total Carbohydrate 40g14%
- Sugars 26g
- Protein 6g12%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.