Description
These Custard Cake Pudding Bites blend moist vanilla cake with creamy homemade custard in perfectly portioned treats. Ideal for parties, tea time, or sweet cravings, they’re easy to make, beautifully layered, and totally irresistible.
Ingredients
For the Custard Layer
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2 cups whole milk
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3 egg yolks
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1/3 cup granulated sugar
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2 tablespoons cornstarch
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Cake Base
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1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
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1/2 cup granulated sugar
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2 eggs
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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1/2 teaspoon baking powder
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Pinch of salt
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1/4 cup milk
Instructions
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Make the Custard
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, whisk together milk, egg yolks, sugar, and cornstarch. Stir constantly until thickened, about 6–8 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla. Let cool slightly. -
Prepare the Cake Batter
Cream the butter and sugar together in a bowl until fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla. Mix the dry ingredients in a separate bowl and add to the wet mixture alternately with milk until combined. -
Assemble the Bites
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a muffin tin. Spoon 1 tablespoon of cake batter into each cavity, then top with 1 tablespoon of custard. Swirl gently if desired. -
Bake
Bake for 20–25 minutes, until golden and set. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. -
Chill and Serve
Refrigerate the bites for at least 30 minutes before serving to set the custard fully. Enjoy cold or at room temperature.
Notes
For a smoother custard, strain it before layering onto the cake. Silicone molds work best for easy release. Add lemon zest to the batter for a refreshing twist or a dusting of powdered sugar before serving for extra charm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American, Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: Custard Cake Pudding Bites, Mini Custard Cakes, Cake Pudding Bites, Easy Custard Dessert, Bite-Sized Desserts