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Chocolate Custard Cake

Heavenly Chocolate Custard Cake: Melt-in-Your-Mouth Bliss

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Indulge in this Chocolate Custard Cake that offers layers of gluten-free delight, making it a crowd-pleaser at any gathering.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Greek
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 4 large Eggs at room temperature
  • 1 cup Sugar no substitutions recommended
  • 1/2 cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour substitute with gluten-free flour for a gluten-free option
For the Custard Cream
  • 2 cups Milk whole milk preferred
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract pure for best flavor
  • 1/4 cup Cornstarch can replace with arrowroot starch
For the Whipped Cream
  • 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream heavy cream preferred for stability
For the Glaze
  • 1/4 cup Butter can substitute with margarine for dairy-free
  • 1/4 cup Honey maple syrup could be an alternative

Equipment

  • Electric Mixer
  • Baking Pan
  • saucepan
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (356°F). In a large mixing bowl or an electric mixer, beat the eggs until frothy. Gradually add the sugar, continuing to beat until the mixture is light and fluffy. Gently fold in the unsweetened cocoa powder and all-purpose flour until just combined.
  2. Pour the batter into a greased 15 x 10-inch baking pan and bake for 15 minutes without opening the door. Let it cool completely for at least 8 hours or ideally overnight.
  3. Mix cornstarch with a portion of milk until smooth. Heat remaining milk with sugar and vanilla extract until hot but not boiling. Whisk in cornstarch mixture until thickened, then let cool completely.
  4. In a chilled mixing bowl, add heavy whipping cream, sugar, and cocoa powder. Whip until stiff peaks form, about 3-5 minutes.
  5. Slice the cake in half horizontally. Spread a layer of custard cream over one half, followed by whipped cream, then place the second half on top.
  6. Melt butter over low heat, whisk in cocoa powder and honey until smooth. Pour warm glaze over the cake and cool in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 90mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 22gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days in the fridge. This cake tastes even better the next day.

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