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Boston Cream Pie Recipe: The Best Indulgent Treat at Home

Boston Cream Pie Recipe

The classic Boston Cream Pie is a delicious dessert that combines a rich vanilla custard filling with layers of fluffy cake. This recipe is perfect for indulging at home.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup chocolate chips
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 1/2 cups whole milk

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  4. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually add the flour and milk, mixing until smooth.
  6. Pour the batter into a prepared cake pan and bake for 25-30 minutes.
  7. For the custard, whisk together the cornstarch and milk in a saucepan and cook until thickened.
  8. Cool the cake and slice it in half horizontally.
  9. Spread the custard between the layers and top with melted chocolate.

Notes

  • For an extra touch, sprinkle a little powdered sugar on top before serving.
  • Make sure the custard is completely cooled before spreading it on the cake.

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