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Karpatka Cake

Deliciously Light Karpatka Cake to Impress Your Guests

This Karpatka Cake features flaky pastry layers with a luscious custard filling, perfect for impressing guests.
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Prep Time 2 hours
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 3 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Polish
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pastry
  • 1 cup Water helps create the steam needed for the pastry to rise beautifully.
  • 0.5 cup Unsalted Butter adds richness and depth to the dough.
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour provides the structure for the flaky layers.
  • 4 large Eggs give the pastry its airy texture and help bind the ingredients.
For the Custard Filling
  • 2 cups Whole Milk creates a creamy base for the custard.
  • 0.5 cup Granulated Sugar sweetens the custard, balancing the flavors.
  • 0.25 cup Cornstarch thickens the filling.
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract infuses flavor into the custard.
Optional Toppings
  • 0.5 cup Whipped Cream adds a fluffy touch that complements the richness.
  • 0.25 cup Powdered Sugar adds sweetness for finishing.

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • baking pan
  • spatula
  • hand mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Karpatka Cake
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup of water with ½ cup of unsalted butter and bring to a rapid boil.
  3. Quickly add 1 cup of all-purpose flour and stir until it forms a smooth dough.
  4. Allow the dough to cool, then incorporate 4 large eggs one at a time until glossy.
  5. Spread half the batter in a prepared baking pan.
  6. Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden and puffed, then cool completely.
  7. Prepare the custard by whisking together 2 cups of whole milk, ½ cup of granulated sugar, ¼ cup of cornstarch, and 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract, then cook until thickened.
  8. Cool the custard to room temperature, stirring occasionally.
  9. Spread the custard over the first pastry layer.
  10. Place the second pastry layer on top, refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  11. Dust with powdered sugar before serving and optionally add whipped cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Allow the pastry to cool completely before adding custard to maintain texture. Ensure eggs are incorporated thoroughly for a light pastry.

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