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Boston Cream Pie

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A classic cake layered with luscious pastry cream and draped in decadent chocolate ganache, perfect for any celebration.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup pastry cream or vanilla custard
  • 4 ounces dark chocolate, chopped
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. Cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
  4. Sift together flour and baking powder in another bowl.
  5. Gradually add the flour mixture to the creamed mixture, alternating with the milk.
  6. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and smooth the tops.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let cool for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
  8. Place one cake layer on a plate and spread pastry cream over it.
  9. Top with the second cake layer.
  10. Heat heavy cream in a saucepan until steaming, pour over chocolate, let sit, then stir until smooth.
  11. Pour the chocolate ganache over the cake, allowing it to drip down the sides.
  12. Chill in the refrigerator until the ganache is set, about 30 minutes. Slice and serve.

Notes

Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for optimal batter consistency. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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