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Close-up showing the distinct layers of the light golden sponge and smooth pale yellow vanilla custard in a Strawberry Custard Cake.

Strawberry Custard Cake: The Ultimate Layered Summer Dessert

A stunning Strawberry Custard Cake featuring a light golden sponge, a thick layer of silky vanilla custard, and a crown of glossy, overlapping fresh strawberries. Perfect for summer gatherings and high-end dessert presentations.
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Prep Time 40 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Cake, Desserts
Cuisine: American, European
Calories: 345
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Golden Sponge Layer
  • 1 1/2 cups (180g) Cake Flour Sifted
  • 1 cup (200g) Granulated Sugar
  • 3 large Eggs Room temperature
  • 1/2 cup (115g) Unsalted Butter Melted and cooled
  • 1 tsp (5g) Baking Powder
Vanilla Custard Filling
  • 2 cups (480ml) Whole Milk
  • 4 large Egg Yolks
  • 1/2 cup (100g) Granulated Sugar
  • 1/4 cup (32g) Cornstarch
  • 2 tsp (10ml) Vanilla Bean Paste
Topping & Glaze
  • 1 lb (450g) Fresh Strawberries Sliced thinly
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) Strawberry Jelly Melted and strained
  • 1 sprig Fresh Mint For garnish

Equipment

  • 1 9-inch springform pan Essential for clean layer release.
  • 1 Heavy-bottomed saucepan Used for the custard to prevent scorching.
  • 1 Fine-mesh Sieve For straining custard and glaze.
  • 1 Offset Spatula To level the custard layer.

Instructions
 

Prepare the Sponge
  1. Cream butter and sugar, add eggs, then fold in sifted dry ingredients until a smooth batter forms.
  2. Bake in a 9-inch springform pan at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes until light golden and springy.
Make the Custard
  1. Whisk yolks, sugar, and cornstarch. Slowly pour hot vanilla milk into the mixture while whisking.
  2. Return to heat and whisk until thick and smooth. Pour over the cooled cake and chill for 4 hours until set.
Fruit & Glaze
  1. Layer sliced strawberries in overlapping circles starting from the outer edge.
  2. Brush the warm, strained jelly over the berries and garnish with a mint sprig.

Notes

Use a warm knife for clean custard slices.
Ensure the custard is fully chilled before adding fruit to prevent sliding.
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