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    Home » Favorite Flavors & Ingredients » Vanilla

    Very Vanilla Magic Custard Cake

    Published: Mar 19, 2017 · by Kim Lange · This post may contain affiliate links ·

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    Very Vanilla Magic Custard Cake
    Very Vanilla Magic Custard Cake

    Hey Vanilla Cake lovers!  Here's a wonderful dessert that will make you swoon with each lovely, vanilla bite! The cake I'm raving about is Very Vanilla Magic Custard Cake. It is creamy, yet cake-like and it literally makes your taste-buds do the happy dance and sing.

    I think some kind of supernatural forces come together while this magic dessert bakes.  While baking, it magically transforms into 3 separate layers of vanilla heaven.  Or as some say, it's Baking Science. 🙂

    Very Vanilla Magic Custard Cake

    3 amazing layers of vanilla cake yumminess I said!  The top layer is a soft cake, with an eclair or angel cake texture. The middle layer is a creamy custard layer. And the bottom layer is a firm gelatin-like layer.  Ta-daaa!!  Now that's some heavenly cake MAGIC!  

    It's incredible!  If you've never tried a magic cake, don't wait any longer.  Really!

    Using Vanilla for Very Vanilla Flavor!

    This dessert is flavored with Singing Dog Vanilla Extract, because their vanilla is amazing!  Singing Dog Vanilla Extract, is a smooth, mellow Pure Vanilla Extract made from certified organic vanilla beans.

    This Pure Vanilla Extract contains no added sugar or fructose, it's all natural and non-GMO. Singing Dog Vanilla is very, very serious about vanilla and you can taste the difference!

    Singing Dog Vanilla products include pure vanilla extract, vanilla coffee, vanilla bean paste, vanilla lip balm, vanilla tea, and they  have many new vanilla products in the works and if you would like to give it try, you can get it on Amazon or go to their website. Give it a try!

     

    Perfect Magic Custard Tips

    • Make sure you use the right size pan. A pan that is too big will be too shallow for the custard to form, so an 8 inch round or square, 2 inches deep.
    • Whipped Egg Yolks. The egg yolk/water/sugar mixture needs to be very fluffy, frothy, and a very pale yellow-whitish color and will take about five minutes, so the cake's top layers work.
    • Stir the whipped egg whites lightly, do not fold.  The egg whites (whipped to stiff peaks) are stirred gently into the batter with plenty of small, fluffy, clumps left behind. You don't want the whipped egg white to dissolve completely or give the whole batter any sort of traditional leavening or even a lightening up. Even though  you are always told to fold egg whites, this would be the exception, so just stir them in lightly.
    •  Bake at 325°F.  Custard needs slow baking to cook for creamy consistency throughout the cake.
    • Testing for doneness.  Since this cake has pudding, you can't use a cake tester, because it will be wet.  The sides are set, when the center wobbles a little, and the top is a warm, golden brown.
    • Magic cake magic time. The cake needs time to come to room temperature and time to sit in the refrigerator (covered lightly) to really turn out best. Refrigerate for at least four hours and up to 12 before serving. (It can be served at room temperature or slightly chilled.) It can even be stored in the refrigerator for a few days (again, covered lightly). Unlike most cakes, it will not get stale in the refrigerator.
    • Here are some tips for Perfect Magic Cake Every Time from The Kitchn for a complete tutorial how the stages should look, as well as the recipe.

    Very Vanilla Magic Custard Cake

    If you LOVE Custard!  You Love...

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    Now let's do some Very Vanilla Magic Custard Cake any time of the year!

    Old-Fashioned Vanilla Bean Cream Cheese Pound Cake

    Very Vanilla Magic Custard Cake

    Kim Lange
    3 amazing layers of vanilla cake yumminess!  The top layer is a soft cake, with an eclair or angel cake texture. The middle layer is a creamy custard layer. And the bottom layer is a firm gelatin-like layer.  Ta-daaa!!  Now that's some heavenly cake MAGIC! 
    3.98 from 36 votes
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    Prep Time 30 mins
    Cook Time 50 mins
    Course Dessert
    Calories

    Ingredients
      

    • Cooking spray
    • 4 large egg yolks
    • 4 large egg whites , at room temperature
    • ¾ cup granulated sugar
    • 2 tablespoons ice cold water
    • 8 tablespoons unsalted butter , melted
    • ¾ cup all-purpose flour
    • ⅛ teaspoon fine salt
    • 2 cups whole milk , half-and-half, or heavy whipping cream
    • 1 tablespoon Singing Dog Vanilla Extract or Singing Dog Vanilla Bean Paste or vanilla of choice
    • Optional: Powdered sugar , fruit

    Instructions
     

    • Coat an 8-inch square pan that is 2 inches deep with cooking spray.
    • Cut 2 (8- by 12- to 16-inch) sheets of parchment paper. Lay one sheet in the pan, leaving an overhang of at least 2 inches on each side.
    • Lay the second piece on top, across the first, leaving an overhang on the other sides. These will be your "handles" when you take the cake out of the pan; set aside.
    • Heat the oven: Arrange a rack in the middle of the oven and heat to 325°F.
    • Mix the yolk, sugar, and water until pale and fluffy using a mixer and until the sugar is dissolved, very fluffy, light in texture, and the mixture is a very pale whitish-yellow, 5 to 6 minutes. Do not undermix.
    • Drizzle in the melted butter into the egg yolk mixture, while still mixing and mix until it is well-incorporated.
    • Add in the flour and salt and mix until fully combined, scraping down the bottom and side of the bowl as needed.
    • Add the milk or cream and vanilla and mix them in gently and on a slow to medium speed until fully incorporated.
    • Using a mixer, beat egg whites on high speed until the egg whites hold stiff peaks, about 2 minutes.
    • Add the whipped egg whites to the egg yolk and flour mixture and mix gently with a large spoon or a whisk only, about a dozen stirs, making sure to leave a distinct layer of fluffy lumps and clumps remaining at the top. Do not overstir or overmix.
    • Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and bake until the edges are set, the top is a warm to deep brown, and the center still wiggles when the pan is jiggled, 50 to 55 minutes.
    • Let the cake sit in the pan at room temperature until completely cooled.
    • Loosely cover it with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours and up to 12 hours before serving.
    • Add powered sugar or fruit

    Notes

    This cake can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
    Recipe from The Kitchn
    Keyword cake, custard, pudding, vanilla
    Tried This Recipe?Let us know how it was by commenting below!

    This is not a sponsored post, I received the Singing Dog Vanilla Extract to try and wanted to share my own opinion my own experiences. 

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    Hi! I'm Kim! As you may know, I'm cookie, brownie and chocolate obsessed! You'll find hundreds of decadent and healthy dessert recipes to choose from here! So, let's bake something easy and never forget the chocolate!

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    1. Kim Lange says

      August 12, 2020 at 10:49 am

      Denise,
      I apologize and trying to understand what exactly happened. I checked my settings on my end and everything looks fine, and I've not gotten any emails from others with this issue. But here is the link to the cookie ebook: https://www.thebakingchocolatess.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/Copyof10Melt-In-Your-MouthChocolateChipCookieRecipes.pdf

      I wonder if you subscribed in your email when it was sent to you; I see you in my email list. Again, I would love to get to the bottom of this and I don't want you to be disappointed in me. 🙁 Not my intention at all. I hope this helps you see I'm trying to fix the issue!
      Thank you for letting me know!
      Kim

    2. Kim Lange says

      June 01, 2020 at 11:37 am

      Yes you can Susie! Hope you enjoy!

    3. Susie says

      June 01, 2020 at 9:58 am

      Can you use ordinary vanilla extract?

    4. Kelly @ Kelly Lynns Sweets and Treats says

      June 01, 2020 at 9:57 am

      This looks delicious! So thick and luscious! Pinning!

    5. Kim Lange says

      November 21, 2019 at 2:56 pm

      Hi Tatiana! Yes but the cake will be thin. On the recipe it shows servings and you can adjust it by moving the slider. I would add 4 more servings and then make it accordingly to the measurements if that helps? Hope you enjoy!! xo

    6. Tatiana says

      November 21, 2019 at 1:32 pm

      Hello! Do you think this can work with a 9” round spring pan? Since I don’t have a 8x8” pan in hand!

    7. Eileen says

      February 12, 2019 at 9:55 pm

      Didnt get the really distinct layers but it was wonderful tasting I think I over cooked.it a bit worrying about the jiggle being too loose. Its.still good and I'm trying again

    8. Kim Lange says

      January 07, 2019 at 7:00 pm

      I'm so happy you enjoyed it Ana! You are very welcome dear!

    9. Ana says

      January 07, 2019 at 4:42 pm

      I made this cake last night and my whole family loves it!!!! thank you!!!!

    10. Theresa Powers says

      December 30, 2018 at 11:16 am

      Has anyone tried adding coconut to this recipe?

    11. ChocolaTess says

      April 15, 2018 at 1:33 pm

      It's like a vanilla custard cake, so not overly sweet. I don't think layering it would be a good idea, it's pretty heavy. 🙂

    12. Emily Waite says

      April 15, 2018 at 6:36 am

      Hey! Is this cake two sweet? Also, If I make two can I layer it?

    13. ChocolaTess says

      April 13, 2018 at 2:06 pm

      I don't know Jenny, I've only ever done this size, but I think it would depend on how shallow of a pan we are talking. This cake is approx 2 inches high so consider that and a 9x13 pan. 🙂 Happy baking!!

    14. Jenny says

      April 13, 2018 at 11:40 am

      Can you double this recipe for a shallow rectangular pan, or would mixing in higher quantities affect the “fluff” and separation somehow?

    15. Anonymous says

      March 11, 2018 at 5:06 pm

      I really wish I had seen this post earlier. I just made a magic cake earlier this week and the author of that recipe failed to mention the tips you have mentioned...
      Didn't turn out the way it was supposed to, but still tasted pretty good I suppose.

    16. ChocolaTess says

      February 21, 2018 at 9:25 am

      Vicki, I don't know, I haven't tried it. If you decide to try it and it works out, please come back and let us know your results! I love using almond milk but haven't with this.

    17. Vicki says

      February 20, 2018 at 8:28 pm

      Can you use almond milk or soy milk instead . Thanks, the recipe looks great.

    18. ChocolaTess says

      January 18, 2018 at 3:54 pm

      You are very welcome Geri! 🙂 Thank you so much for your kindness!

    19. Geri Cicero says

      January 18, 2018 at 10:14 am

      A perfect confection. Love it. Thank you.

    20. Bruce says

      January 13, 2018 at 4:38 pm

      You say to be sure to use the right sized pan, but there is a difference of 14 square inches between an 8-inch round pan and an 8-inch square pan, so it doesn't seem to be so important. I guess, though, you just have to be sure not to use anything larger than an 8-inch square pan.

    21. ChocolaTess says

      December 18, 2017 at 12:11 pm

      Thank you so much Cakedeliveryin! This is a wonderful cake to serve up for any occasion! 🙂

    22. cakedeliveryin says

      December 18, 2017 at 7:48 am

      What a nice vanilla cake with custard. It's really looking awesome. Really I love it.

    23. ChocolaTess says

      November 05, 2017 at 12:12 pm

      Hi Reggie, no I haven't. I would say bake them like you do actual cupcakes 15 - 20 and see how it goes. If you do, let us know how it worked out! 😀

    24. Reggie says

      November 05, 2017 at 9:54 am

      Have you ever done this as cupcakes? Thoughts on changes to cook time, etc? Thanks!

    25. ChocolaTess says

      November 03, 2017 at 9:13 pm

      Aww, thank you so much Gin! I bet that custard was amazing!! Never too old to cook and bake! Keeps us all young at heart and thank you so much for your kind words! xoxo

    26. Gin Bell says

      November 03, 2017 at 4:43 am

      This looks luscious, and I can't wait to make it. Reminds me of the baked custard I used to make in the 50's--yep I am that old. Never too late to learn from you youngsters. Keep up the good work. Sincerely, Gin

    27. ChocolaTess says

      August 24, 2017 at 10:23 pm

      Suzy, congratulations on your brand new addition on the way! That is so awesome and those cravings you have to take care of for sure. You just aren't satisfied until you do. I totally get it!

    28. SuzyHomemaker says

      August 24, 2017 at 11:17 am

      I love this cake. I'm just going into my second trimester and this is hitting my pregnancy cravings in a big way since you can add fruit, fudge, whatever you want. I wanted to say while I've made this recipe multiple times, I love that you didn't alter the ingredients and elaborated on technique. It is so dead on and I appreciate the detail. Love it and thank you! 😀

    29. ChocolaTess says

      May 25, 2017 at 9:29 pm

      Jendy, I would think it would work fine. The rule to substitute cake flour for all-purpose flour is to use 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons cake flour for every cup of all-purpose flour. Enjoy and let us know! xoxo

    30. Jendy Hays says

      May 25, 2017 at 3:12 pm

      I bought some Swans Down cake flour a while back and have never used it. Could cake flour be substituted for the all purpose flour in this recipe. Thanks.

    31. Moll says

      May 06, 2017 at 10:27 pm

      Has anyone tried using almond
      flour for a keto version? Do you think it would work?

    32. ChocolaTess says

      April 17, 2017 at 6:34 pm

      Judy that is too funny! Good thing you were able to salvage it before it went in the trash. 🙂 You are most welcome and I hope you enjoyed it. It's great trying new things!

    33. Judy says

      April 17, 2017 at 12:14 am

      Thought I had gone to food heaven when I discovered vanilla beans, my mom thought my flour had bugs and was about to toss the fresh from the oven pound cake into the trash!! Seems the older I get the more I enjoy trying new things and thanks to other cooks and bakers there's an endless supply of recipes and new ingredients to try!! Thanks for the tips as well.

    34. ChocolaTess says

      April 16, 2017 at 8:43 pm

      Hi Stella, I haven't tried it but I always have great luck with Better Batter Gluten Free Flour and Orly's Blended Gluten Free Flour when I bake. 🙂

    35. Stella says

      April 16, 2017 at 4:19 pm

      Looks Delish. Can I use gluten free flour.

    36. ChocolaTess says

      April 04, 2017 at 12:58 pm

      Thank you so much Dina!

    37. Dina says

      April 04, 2017 at 12:25 pm

      Looks good.

    38. ChocolaTess says

      March 26, 2017 at 5:17 pm

      🙂

    39. Karly says

      March 26, 2017 at 5:00 pm

      Delicious! Thanks for linkin' up with What's Cookin' Wednesday!

    40. Maria @ kitchenathoskins says

      March 26, 2017 at 11:41 am

      That is so sweet of you Kim 🙂

    41. ChocolaTess says

      March 21, 2017 at 12:26 pm

      I've seen what you can do Maria! This would not be that hard for you 🙂 Thanks for your kind comments!

    42. Maria @ kitchenathoskins says

      March 21, 2017 at 9:35 am

      I've never been brave enough to bake up some magic in my kitchen. This cake looks divine and not too intimidating...got to try sometime:)

    43. ChocolaTess says

      March 20, 2017 at 11:53 am

      It's so good Kelly, it's hard to stop once you start! <3

    44. Kelly @ Kelly Lynns Sweets and Treats says

      March 20, 2017 at 11:15 am

      Ooooh. This looks magically delicious!! I just want to take the whole pan of cake and go at it with a fork. Yummmmm!

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