South African Beesting Cake With Custard Filling

May 17, 2023May 17, 20230 8
South African Beesting Cake with Custard Filling recipe for a sweet and indulgent dessert treat
in Dessert

Prep

30 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

75 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

2 cups flour
3 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
4 ounces butter
1/2 cup superfine sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 eggs
1/2 cup milk
2 ounces butter
4 tablespoons sugar
3 1/2 ounces sliced almonds
1 tablespoon milk
1 cup milk
1 cup cream
2 egg yolks
4 tablespoons sugar
3 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 ounce butter

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
721
Sugar
43g
Fat
43g
South African Beesting Cake is a dessert recipe that has been enjoyed in South Africa for decades. It gets its name from the sweet honey and almond caramel topping, which gives the cake a unique flavor and texture. The cake is also filled with creamy custard, making it a rich and indulgent dessert option that's perfect for special occasions or entertaining. The cake is often served with a cup of tea or coffee and enjoyed as a sweet treat with friends or family.

Instructions

1.Preheat your oven to 375°F (180°C)
2.In a mixing bowl, combine flour, baking powder, salt, superfine sugar, butter, vanilla, eggs, and milk. Mix well to create a smooth cake batter.
3.Pour the batter into a buttered 9-inch round cake pan. Set aside.
4.In a saucepan, combine butter, sugar, and sliced almonds over low heat. Cook until sugar caramelizes and almonds are toasted, stirring continuously for about 5 minutes.
5.Remove from heat and add the milk.
6.Pour almond mixture over the top of the cake batter in the pan.
7.Bake for about 20-25 minutes until lightly golden brown.
8.In a saucepan over medium heat, combine milk, cream, egg yolks, sugar, cornstarch, and vanilla. Stir continuously until well combined.
9.Cook on low heat until custard thickens, about 10-12 minutes. Remove from heat and add butter, mixing until well combined.
10.Once the cake has cooled down, carefully slice it in half to create a top and bottom layer.
11.Spread the custard over the bottom layer, and then put the top layer back to complete the cake.

PROS

This cake recipe is a unique and decadent dessert option that is sure to impress your guests with its caramelized almond topping and creamy custard filling.

It’s perfect for special occasions and can be made ahead of time for convenience.

CONS

This cake takes some time to prepare, and the custard filling requires continuous stirring while cooking to prevent lumps and sticking.

It’s also a decadent dessert option, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this cake recipe is not particularly healthy, it does contain some nutritious ingredients. For example, almonds are high in healthy fats, fiber, protein, and key nutrients like vitamin E and magnesium. Milk and eggs are also good sources of protein, vitamins, and minerals. However, this cake is also high in sugar and calories, so it should be enjoyed as an occasional treat in moderation.

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