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Melt-in-Your-Mouth Cake: A Simple Delight That Costs Next to Nothing

A soft and luscious cake with a creamy filling that brings warmth and joy to any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 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
  • 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 for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
  2. In a bowl, combine 150 grams of flour, 100 ml of water, 100 ml of milk, 80 grams of butter, and 4 large eggs. Add baking powder and salt; stir until smooth.
  3. In a saucepan, heat 500 ml of milk and 150 grams of sugar over low heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves.
  4. Mix in 100 grams of flour blended with 2 large eggs to create a creamy custard.
  5. Pour half of the dough mixture into a greased baking pan and bake for 15 minutes until golden.
  6. Pour warm cream filling over the baked base, then top with the remaining dough.
  7. Bake for another 30 minutes until the cake is set and golden.
  8. Allow the cake to cool, then dust with icing sugar before serving.

Notes

For a twist, try adding orange or lemon zest to the batter or cocoa powder for a chocolate version.

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