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Creamy Madagascar Vanilla Poke Cake Recipe with Luscious Homemade Custard

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A moist vanilla poke cake infused with luscious homemade Madagascar vanilla custard and topped with whipped cream, perfect for gatherings and comforting desserts.

Ingredients

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  • 1 box vanilla cake mix (or homemade vanilla cake batter)
  • Ingredients called for on the cake mix box (usually eggs, oil, water)
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 4 large egg yolks
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 teaspoons Madagascar vanilla bean paste (or pure vanilla extract)
  • A pinch of salt
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease your 9×13 inch pan lightly with butter or non-stick spray.
  2. Prepare the cake batter according to the box instructions or your homemade recipe. Pour it evenly into the prepared pan.
  3. Bake the cake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  4. Immediately poke holes all over the warm cake using a skewer or wooden spoon handle, about 1 inch apart.
  5. In a medium saucepan, whisk together sugar, cornstarch, and salt. Slowly add milk, whisking until smooth. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened and just bubbling (5-7 minutes). Remove from heat.
  6. Beat the egg yolks in a small bowl. Slowly pour about 1/2 cup of the hot milk mixture into the yolks while whisking constantly. Pour the yolk mixture back into the saucepan.
  7. Return saucepan to medium heat and cook for 2-3 more minutes, stirring constantly, until thick and creamy. Remove from heat and stir in butter and Madagascar vanilla bean paste until smooth. Let cool 10-15 minutes.
  8. Pour the custard gently over the cake, making sure it seeps into the holes. Spread evenly with a spatula. Refrigerate for at least 3 hours or overnight.
  9. Before serving, whip cold heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form. Spread or pipe over the chilled cake.
  10. Slice with a sharp knife and serve.

Notes

Temper egg yolks slowly to avoid scrambling. Make plenty of holes in the warm cake for custard to soak in. Chill bowl and beaters for whipped cream for fluffier results. Strain custard if lumpy for silky texture. Refrigerate cake for at least 3 hours or overnight for best flavor and texture.

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