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Easy Milky Dream Cake
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Easy Milky Dream Cake
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Easy Milky Dream Cake

This Easy Milky Dream Cake recipe creates a rich, creamy, and delightful dessert with minimal effort. It features a custard-like base made from egg yolks, sugar, cornstarch, and milk, cooked until thick, then cooled and set to achieve a dreamlike consistency. Perfect for a quick treat or a simple dessert for guests.
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#Dessert
#Milky
#Easy Recipe
#Sweet
#Custard
Combining Ingredients
Combining Ingredients

Recipe Information

4m
Prep Time
7m
Cook Time
1h 41m
Total Time
4
Servings
Easy
Dessert
English
Nutrition (per serving)
165
Calories
5g
Protein
26g
Carbs
6g
Fat
Cooking the Custard
Cooking the Custard

Ingredients

  • Egg Yolks
    (Crack two egg yolks into a bowl)

    2 large
  • Granulated Sugar

    35 grams
  • Cornstarch

    50 grams
  • Milk

    500 milliliters
Servings: 4
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Pouring to Set
Pouring to Set

Instructions

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  • 1

    Crack two egg yolks into a bowl. Add 35 grams of granulated sugar, 50 grams of cornstarch, and 500 milliliters of milk. Stir well until smooth and no lumps remain.
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    Crack two egg yolks into a bowl. Add 35 grams of granulated sugar, 50 grams of cornstarch, and 500 milliliters of milk. Stir well until smooth and no lumps remain.
    2m

    Ensure the mixture is thoroughly combined to prevent lumps later. A whisk works best for this step.
  • 2

    Pour the mixture into a skillet. Cook on low heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens significantly and is no longer dripping easily from the spoon, forming a custard-like consistency.
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    Pour the mixture into a skillet. Cook on low heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens significantly and is no longer dripping easily from the spoon, forming a custard-like consistency.
    7m

    Constant stirring is crucial to prevent the mixture from sticking to the bottom and burning, or forming lumps. Keep the heat low.
  • 3

    Pour the thickened mixture into a bowl or desired mold. Allow it to cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 1-2 hours, or until fully set and firm.
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    Pour the thickened mixture into a bowl or desired mold. Allow it to cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 1-2 hours, or until fully set and firm.
    1h 30m

    For best results, cover the surface with plastic wrap directly touching the custard to prevent a skin from forming.
  • 4

    Once set, gently remove the milky dream cake from its mold (if applicable). Sprinkle evenly with your desired topping (e.g., cocoa powder, powdered sugar, or more cornstarch as shown in the video for a 'dream cake' effect). Slice and enjoy!
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    Once set, gently remove the milky dream cake from its mold (if applicable). Sprinkle evenly with your desired topping (e.g., cocoa powder, powdered sugar, or more cornstarch as shown in the video for a 'dream cake' effect). Slice and enjoy!
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    For a clean release from the mold, you can briefly dip the bottom of the mold in warm water before inverting.
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