Description
Boston cream pie is a decadent dessert that combines fluffy vanilla cake, rich chocolate ganache, and sweet whipped cream. Perfect for celebrations or a cozy brunch, this classic treat promises to delight your taste buds with each bite. Simple yet elegant, it’s sure to impress family and friends at any gathering.
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 3 large eggs
- ½ cup whole milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy cream (whipped)
- 1 cup chocolate ganache
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream the butter, then add eggs one at a time.
- Gradually mix in dry ingredients with milk until smooth.
- Pour batter into prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes.
- Cool cakes on wire racks before layering with whipped cream and drizzling ganache on top.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (90g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: For a citrus twist, add orange zest to the filling. Use dark chocolate for a richer ganache flavor. Ensure eggs are at room temperature for best results.