Oma’s Vanilla Pudding Cake
Description
This cake is a true classic from German kitchens. A buttery shortcrust base holds a rich and silky layer of vanilla pudding, baked until set and golden. It’s wonderfully simple, creamy, and not overly sweet — the kind of recipe that tastes like childhood and family gatherings. Whether enjoyed plain with a dusting of powdered sugar or dressed up with whipped cream and berries, this cake is always a comforting crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
For the crust:
200 g (1 ⅔ cups) all-purpose flour
100 g (½ cup) sugar
100 g (7 tbsp) unsalted butter, softened
1 egg
1 tsp baking powder
Pinch of salt
For the vanilla pudding filling:
500 ml (2 cups) milk
1 packet (about 40 g) vanilla pudding powder (or ⅓ cup cornstarch + 2 tsp vanilla extract)
50 g (¼ cup) sugar
2 egg yolks (optional, makes the pudding creamier)
For serving (optional):
Powdered sugar for dusting
Whipped cream or fresh berries
Instructions
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