This Crème Brûlée Cake combines a soft vanilla cake with a luscious custard-inspired filling and a signature caramelized sugar topping. Every bite delivers the classic flavors of crème brûlée in a stunning layered cake perfect for special occasions.
Ingredients
Cake
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1½ cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup buttermilk
Custard Filling
- 2 cups whole milk
- 4 egg yolks
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 3 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
Frosting
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 8 oz mascarpone cheese
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Brûlée Topping
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
Instructions
1. Prepare the Cake
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease and line two 8-inch cake pans.
- Whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a large bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Mix in vanilla extract.
- Alternate adding the dry ingredients and buttermilk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients.
- Divide the batter evenly between the pans.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool completely.
2. Make the Custard Filling
- In a saucepan, heat the milk until steaming.
- In a bowl, whisk egg yolks, sugar, and cornstarch.
- Slowly whisk the warm milk into the egg mixture.
- Return to the saucepan and cook over medium heat until thickened.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla and butter.
- Cover and chill completely.
3. Make the Frosting
- Beat mascarpone, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whip the cream to stiff peaks.
- Fold the whipped cream into the mascarpone mixture.
4. Assemble the Cake
- Place one cake layer on a serving plate.
- Spread the chilled custard filling evenly over the top.
- Add the second cake layer.
- Frost the top and sides with the mascarpone frosting.
5. Create the Brûlée Topping
- Sprinkle the granulated sugar evenly over the top of the cake.
- Using a kitchen torch, carefully caramelize the sugar until golden and crisp.
- Allow the topping to cool and harden before slicing.
Tips
- Chill the custard completely before assembling.
- Use room-temperature ingredients for the best cake texture.
- Torch the sugar just before serving for maximum crunch.
- Store refrigerated for up to 3 days.
Prep Time
35 minutes
Bake Time
30 minutes
Chill Time
2 hours
Total Time
3 hours 5 minutes
Servings
10–12 slices
Nutritional Information (Approximate per slice)
- Calories: 550–700 kcal
- Protein: 6–8 g
- Fat: 32–40 g
- Carbohydrates: 55–65 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Sugar: 40–50 g
Conclusion
Crème Brûlée Cake transforms the beloved French dessert into a show-stopping layer cake with silky custard, fluffy frosting, and a crackly caramelized sugar topping. It’s a luxurious dessert that’s guaranteed to impress.
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