Imagine baking a cake that's not just delicious but also adorable, perfect for any occasion. This guide will walk you through making a Pink Rabbit Custard Cake, a delightful treat that's sure to impress.
Ingredients for the Custard:
- Strawberry flavored crème diplomat
- 2 egg yolks
- 40g granulated sugar
- 8g light flour
- 6g cornstarch
- 160ml milk
- 20g unsalted butter
- 10g freeze-dried strawberry powder
- 40ml fresh cream
Ingredients for the Sponge:
- 150g egg whites
- 40g granulated sugar
- 20g trehalose (or 50g granulated sugar if trehalose is not available)
- 2g dried egg whites
- 50g light flour
- 1.5g baking powder
- 20ml Taihaku sesame oil
- 30ml water
- A tiny bit of icing color (pink)
Finishing Touches:
- Topping sugar (powdered sugar that won't make you cry)
- 1 brown chocolate pen
- 1 pink chocolate pen
- A bit of candy color
Step-by-Step Guide:
1. Prepare the Custard:
- Beat the egg yolks with sugar, then add flour and cornstarch. Gradually add milk, heating it slightly in the microwave.
- Stir in strawberry powder and butter, then cool in the fridge.
2. Make the Sponge:
- Preheat your oven to 160℃. Mix sugar, trehalose, and dried egg whites.
- Sift flour and baking powder, add sesame oil and water, and whisk.
- Beat egg whites until stiff, then mix with sugar.
- Pipe into a mold and bake at 160℃ for 15 minutes, then lower to 140℃ for another 5 minutes.
3. Assemble the Cake:
- Pipe cream into the center of the sponge, then add the custard and sprinkle with topping sugar.
- Let it rest in the fridge for about 30 minutes.
4. Decorate:
- Use chocolate pens to draw on the cake, adding eyes and ears. You can also use candy color for a pop of color.
Tips:
- For the best results, use a piping bag with a round nozzle for the custard and a piping bag with a star nozzle for the sponge.
- Remember to cool the custard thoroughly before adding it to the sponge.
- Decorate with care to ensure the cake looks as adorable as it tastes.
With these steps, you'll be on your way to creating a Pink Rabbit Custard Cake that's sure to be a hit at any party. Happy baking!
