Boston Cream Pie Recipe Sally's Baking Addiction
Introduction
Boston Cream Pie is a classic dessert that has been around for over a century. It's a delicious combination of light sponge cake, rich pastry cream, and a smooth chocolate ganache. This dessert is perfect for any occasion, whether it's a birthday, anniversary, or just a special treat for yourself.
Ingredients
The ingredients you will need for this recipe are:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs, at room temperature
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup whole milk, at room temperature
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 3 large egg yolks
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 4 oz semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
Instructions
Follow these simple instructions to make your own Boston Cream Pie:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F. Grease two 9-inch round cake pans and set aside.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Add the dry ingredients in three parts, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
- Divide the batter evenly between the two prepared pans. Smooth the tops with a spatula and tap the pans on the counter to remove any air bubbles.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow the cakes to cool completely.
- In a medium saucepan, heat the heavy cream and milk over medium heat until simmering.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, cornstarch, sugar, and salt until smooth and pale yellow.
- Slowly pour the hot milk mixture into the egg mixture, whisking constantly to prevent curdling.
- Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over medium heat, whisking constantly, until thickened and bubbly.
- Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Transfer to a bowl and cover with plastic wrap, making sure the plastic wrap touches the surface of the pastry cream to prevent a skin from forming. Refrigerate until chilled.
- Once the cakes are cooled, place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread the pastry cream over the top of the cake, leaving a 1/2-inch border around the edge.
- Place the second cake layer on top of the pastry cream, pressing down gently.
- Make the chocolate ganache by melting the chocolate and heavy cream in a double boiler or in the microwave, stirring until smooth.
- Pour the chocolate ganache over the top of the cake, spreading it out with a spatula so that it drips down the sides.
- Refrigerate the cake for at least 2 hours before serving.
Variations
If you want to switch things up a bit, here are a few variations you can try:
- Add fresh fruit to the pastry cream layer, such as sliced strawberries or raspberries.
- Try using a different type of cake, like a chocolate or vanilla sponge cake.
- Instead of chocolate ganache, try a caramel or raspberry sauce.
Conclusion
Boston Cream Pie is a classic dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its light sponge cake, rich pastry cream, and smooth chocolate ganache, it's sure to please any sweet tooth. Follow this easy recipe from Sally's Baking Addiction and enjoy this delicious dessert today!
