Boston Cream Cake Recipe

 Certainly! Boston Cream Pie is a classic dessert that consists of layers of sponge cake filled with custard and topped with chocolate ganache. Here's a simple recipe for you to try:

Ingredients:

For the Cake:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup whole milk

For the Custard Filling:

• 2 cups whole milk
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup cornstarch
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 4 large egg yolks
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

For the Chocolate Ganache:

• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Cake:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.

2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.

3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.

4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.

5. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and smooth the tops. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

6. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

2. Make the Custard Filling:

1. In a medium saucepan, heat the milk until it just begins to simmer. In a separate bowl, whisk together the sugar, cornstarch, salt, and egg yolks until well combined.

2. Gradually whisk the hot milk into the egg mixture to temper the eggs. Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over medium heat, whisking constantly, until it thickens.

3. Remove the custard from heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Let it cool to room temperature.

3. Assemble the Boston Cream Pie:

1. Place one of the cake layers on a serving plate. Spread the custard evenly over the top.

2. Top with the second cake layer.

4. Make the Chocolate Ganache:

1. In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream until it just begins to simmer. Remove from heat and add the chocolate chips. Let it sit for a minute, then stir until smooth.

2. Pour the chocolate ganache over the top of the cake, allowing it to drip down the sides.

3. Refrigerate the Boston Cream Pie for at least 1-2 hours before serving to allow the custard to set.

Enjoy your delicious homemade Boston Cream Pie!