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Irresistible Strawberry Custard Delight Cake Recipe

Strawberry Custard Delight Cake made approachable with clear cues, pantry staples, and flexible swaps.
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Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups fresh strawberries hulled and sliced
  • 2 cups prepared custard

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your cake pans.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the flour and baking powder before gradually adding it to the wet mixture.
  5. Pour in the milk and mix until combined, ensuring the batter is smooth and lump-free.
  6. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and smooth the tops.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  8. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for about 10 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
  9. Once cooled, slice each cake in half horizontally to create four layers.
  10. Spread a generous layer of custard on the bottom cake layer, followed by a layer of strawberries.
  11. Repeat the process with the remaining layers, finishing with the top layer of cake.
  12. Top the cake with any remaining custard and arrange sliced strawberries beautifully on top.
  13. Chill the cake in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.