Description
A delightful dessert combining a light, airy cake base with a rich, creamy filling, perfect for special occasions or family gatherings.
Ingredients
1 cup water
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter
1 cup flour
4 large eggs
Whipped cream or custard for filling (optional)
Instructions
- In a saucepan, bring 1 cup of water to a boil over medium-high heat. Add the salt and butter, stirring until the butter is completely melted.
- Once the butter is melted, stir in the flour and mix well until the dough begins to form and pulls away from the sides of the pan.
- Transfer the dough to a mixing bowl and allow it to cool for about 5 minutes.
- After the dough has cooled slightly, add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. The dough should become smooth and glossy.
- Pour the dough into a greased baking pan, spreading it out evenly.
- Bake the cake at 350°F (175°C) for 35 to 40 minutes or until the cake is golden and puffed up.
- Once the cake has cooled, slice it in half horizontally and fill the inside with whipped cream or custard, depending on your preference.
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- This cake can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator. Fill it with cream right before serving for maximum freshness.
- For a richer flavor, substitute butter with margarine, but butter is recommended for the best taste.
- The cake can be frozen without the filling. Wrap it tightly and freeze for up to 1 month. Thaw before filling and serving.
- If you want a unique twist, add flavorings like vanilla or almond extract to the filling.
- For a simple topping, drizzle some melted chocolate or dust with powdered sugar.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
