Chocolate cake with custard cream
Description
The recipe won't take much time. The custard cream will turn this cake into a true masterpiece for a festive table. You can use a different cream, whip some cream, or spread the layers with jam. The cake needs time to absorb the cream, so let it sit for several hours after preparation. Instead of a chocolate cake, you can make a classic vanilla or lemon one. Serve with tea or coffee.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. First, make the dough: mix flour with sugar, cocoa, and baking powder.
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Step 2
2. Heat the milk in the microwave and pour it into the flour mixture.
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Step 3
3. Mix the batter thoroughly until there are no lumps (you can do it by hand or with a mixer).
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Step 4
4. Line the baking pan with parchment paper, pour in the prepared batter, and bake in a preheated oven at 180 degrees for about 40 minutes (until a toothpick comes out dry).
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Step 5
5. While the dough is in the oven, prepare the cream: beat the egg with granulated sugar and add flour, mix everything thoroughly.
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Step 6
6. Pour the milk into a saucepan and place it over heat. Bring to a boil (small bubbles), then immediately pour it in a thin stream into the eggs, flour, and sugar, whisking vigorously with a whisk to prevent the eggs from curdling.
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Step 7
7. Transfer all the contents to the stove and simmer over low heat until a thick consistency forms. Immediately cover the ready cream with plastic wrap and cool completely.
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Step 8
8. Let the cake and cream cool, then cut it in half.
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Step 9
9. Generously spread the cake layer with cream, top with the second layer, and dust with powdered sugar. It's best to let it sit for several hours, then cut into pieces and serve.