Looking for a quick, delicious cake that’s guaranteed to impress? This 15-Minute Cake is a family treasure — straight from my grandma’s secret recipe collection. Light, fluffy, and layered with creamy custard and crunchy almonds, this cake comes together in no time yet tastes like a bakery masterpiece.
Perfect for unexpected guests, a last-minute dessert, or simply when you’re craving something sweet and satisfying.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Ready in Just 15 Minutes
- Simple, Everyday Ingredients
- Moist Cake with Creamy Pastry Filling
- Crunchy Almond Topping
Ingredients
For the Pastry Cream:
- 1 egg
- 50 grams sugar
- 10 grams vanilla sugar
- 15 grams cornstarch
- 250 ml milk
For the Cake Mix:
- 2 eggs
- 100 grams sugar
- Pinch of salt
- 100 ml milk
- 50 ml vegetable oil
- 170 grams all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 50 grams chopped almonds
For the Filling and Topping:
- 50 grams almond flakes
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
How to Make the 15-Minute Famous Cake
Step 1: Make the Pastry Cream
In a saucepan, whisk together 1 egg, 50g sugar, 10g vanilla sugar, and 15g cornstarch until smooth.
Gradually pour in 250ml milk, whisking constantly.
Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens into a smooth pastry cream.
Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
Step 2: Prepare the Cake Batter
In a large bowl, beat 2 eggs, 100g sugar, and a pinch of salt until light and frothy.
Add 100ml milk and 50ml vegetable oil, and mix until combined.
Sift in 170g flour and 1 teaspoon baking powder, stirring gently to form a smooth batter.
Fold in 50g chopped almonds.
Step 3: Bake the Cake
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease a baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
Pour half of the cake batter into the dish and spread evenly.
Spoon the cooled pastry cream over the batter, spreading gently to cover.
Pour the remaining cake batter over the pastry cream layer.
Sprinkle 50g almond flakes evenly on top.
Step 4: Bake and Finish
Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the top is golden and a toothpick inserted into the cake layer comes out clean.
Let the cake cool slightly, then dust generously with powdered sugar before serving.
Serving Suggestions
- Serve warm for a cozy treat, or chilled for a firmer texture.
- Pairs perfectly with coffee, tea, or a glass of cold milk.
- Add fresh berries or a drizzle of honey for extra flair.
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