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Melt-in-Your-Mouth Cake

This Melt-in-Your-Mouth Cake is a cloud of buttery sweetness that is quick to prepare and simply delightful, perfect for satisfying your dessert cravings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the cake
  • 150 grams 150 grams (1 ½ cups) all-purpose flour
  • 100 ml 100 ml (½ cup) water
  • 100 ml 100 ml (½ cup) milk
  • 80 grams 80 grams (⅓ cup) butter Use room temperature for easier mixing.
  • 4 large 4 large eggs Use room temperature for best results.
  • 1 teaspoon 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon ½ teaspoon salt
For the cream filling
  • 500 ml 500 ml (2 cups) milk
  • 150 grams 150 grams (¾ cup) sugar Adjust for less sweetness if desired.
  • 100 grams 100 grams (1 cup) all-purpose flour
  • 2 large 2 large eggs
  • 180 grams 180 grams (¾ cup) butter Consider browning for extra flavor.
For garnish
  • Icing sugar or your favorite garnish Dust on top before serving.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a bowl, mix 150 grams of flour, 100 ml water, 100 ml milk, 80 grams butter, 4 eggs, 1 teaspoon baking powder, and ½ teaspoon salt until smooth.
  2. Pour the batter into a greased pan and bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 25 minutes.
Cooking the Cream Filling
  1. In a pot, heat 500 ml milk with 150 grams sugar until melted.
  2. Whisk in 100 grams flour, 2 eggs, and 180 grams butter until you have a thick, creamy consistency.
Assembly
  1. Once the base cake has cooled, cut it in half.
  2. Spread the cream filling generously between the layers and on top.
  3. Dust with icing sugar for a lovely finish.

Notes

This cake can be stored in the fridge for about 3-4 days. Keep in an airtight container. For better texture, remember to reheat gently in the microwave before serving.