Boston Cream Pie

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups Gluten-Free All-Purpose Flour Blend
• 1 cup Granulated Sugar
• 1 1/2 tsp Baking Powder
• 1/4 tsp Salt
• 4 Eggs
• 1/2 cup Milk
• 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
• 4 tbsp Butter, melted
• 2 cups Heavy Cream
• 6 Egg Yolks
• 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar (for custard)
• 3 tbsp Cornstarch
• 1 tsp Vanilla Extract (for custard)
• 6 oz Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips
• 1/2 cup Heavy Cream (for ganache)

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 8-inch round cake pans with gluten-free flour.

2. 2

   In a large bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.

3. 3

   In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and melted butter.

4. 4

   Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.

5. 5

   Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cool in pans for 10 minutes before inverting onto a wire rack to cool completely.

6. 6

   While the cakes are cooling, prepare the custard. In a saucepan, whisk together the heavy cream, egg yolks, sugar, and cornstarch. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the custard thickens and comes to a boil. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Let cool slightly, stirring occasionally to prevent a skin from forming.

7. 7

   To make the ganache, heat the heavy cream in a saucepan over medium heat until just simmering. Pour the hot cream over the chocolate chips in a heatproof bowl. Let sit for 1 minute, then whisk until smooth and glossy.

8. 8

   Once the cakes are completely cooled, level them if necessary. Place one cake layer on a serving plate and spread with the cooled vanilla custard. Top with the second cake layer and pour the chocolate ganache over the top, allowing it to drip down the sides.

9. 9

   Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the ganache to set.

Recipe Variations

• →Try adding different herbs for variety.
• →Substitute ingredients based on dietary needs.