Try this delicious Magic Cake recipe which is delicious and easy to make! It’s an effortless batter split into 3 distinct layers as it bakes in this pleasing magic cake that marks a creamy custard in the middle.
Have you heard of Magic Cake? You are probably wondering why it’s called magic cake and I will tell you why. If you check out the second picture it has a layer of custard, but I didn’t add that after I baked the cake. The custard formed while it was baking!!!! That is why some people call it Magic Custard Cake! How neat, right?
This Magic Cake is such an easy dessert to make and it is a fun cake to take to potlucks because of the added custard layer! Your friends will be asking for the recipe as soon as they take their first bite!
Also, there are other flavors of magic cake as well, should I try them? Let me know in the comments!
Tips and Tricks for Making This Magic Cake Recipe:
- When adding the egg whites to the batter, it is important to remember to just “fold”. Folding means, the lighter mixture, such as beaten egg whites, is being placed on top of the heavier one, such as the cake batter. From the back of the bowl, a large rubber spatula is used to cut down vertically through the two mixtures, across the bottom of the bowl and up the nearest side.
- Don’t forget to grease your baking dish or baking pan before pouring on the cake batter.
- For a more festive look, top with whipped cream or powdered sugar before serving.
- You can make this into a chocolate magic custard cake by just adding cocoa powder then adjust the sugar content accordingly.
How to Make this Magic Cake Recipe:
Gather the ingredients for this Magic Cake. Once the ingredients are all ready, let’s begin!
To save time, preheat oven to 350F before starting to mix the ingredients. Also, do not forget to generously grease 8×8 inch pan.
Separate eggs and add egg whites to a mixer and beat until stiff. Place egg whipped whites in another bowl and set aside:
In the mixing bowl add egg yolk, butter, sugar, and mix. Then add vanilla extract:
Add the all-purpose flour, then gradually add milk:
Fold in egg whites carefully. Make sure not to mix. Use the folding method so your cake won’t “drop” after baking:
Gently pour the batter into the pan and bake for 40-45 minutes:
Allow to cool for 30 minutes, sprinkle powdered sugar and serve:
Check out that layer of wonderfulness! Delicious!
Frequently Asked Questions for the Magic Cake Recipe:
Q: Does the butter need to be unsalted?
A: Yes, it should be. In baking, it is much easier to use unsalted butter so that it won’t alter the taste of the dessert you are baking.
Q: Should this cake be refrigerated?
A: I like serving this cake chilled but you can also opt to serve this a few minutes after cooling it.
Q: How long should I whip the egg whites?
A: There is no standard length of time to whipping the egg whites. It is best to observe that you see soft peaks, that’s when you know you can stop whipping.
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A soft, delicious Magic Cake that has a heavenly custard layer, perfect for all occasions!
Ingredients
- 4 eggs (whites separated from yolks)
- 1 stick melted butter
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3/4 cups all purpose flour
- 2 cups warm milk
- powdered sugar for dusting the cake
Instructions
- Pre heat oven to 350F. Generously grease 8×8 inch pan.
- Separate eggs and add egg whites to a mixer and beat until stiff. Place egg whites in a another bowl and set aside.
- In the mixing bowl add egg yolk, butter, sugar and mix. Then add vanilla extract. Add flour, then gradually add milk. Fold in egg whites
- Pour the batter into the pan and bake for 40-45 minutes.
- Allow to cool for 30 minutes, sprinkle powdered sugar and serve.
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Hello! This cake looks so delicious I really want to try it soon!
I’m wondering how much butter is a “stick”? Also, would margarine do the trick all the same?
And finally, (I’m a novice at baking hence the possibly stupid question) is it non-salted butter you use or does it not matter?
Thank you in advance ^^
A stick here in the USA is 8 tablespoons when solid. The butter I have comes in a 4-stick pack and weighs 16 oz., so that means about 4 oz. or 113 grams per stick (again, solid and not melted). I just tried this cake this afternoon using unsalted butter. It worked well – I wouldn’t recommend salted because it would change the taste a bit, though you’ll probably survive if that’s all you have.
FYI: I noticed that mine started browning on top way before the middle was done, so I covered it with foil while it finished baking so it wouldn’t burn. It turned out really well.
Thanks for the tip for adding the foil. 🙂
Hi Bleuumie! I don’t recommend using margarine as I haven’t tried using that in this recipe. Basically, 1 stick of butter is equivalent to half a cup 🙂 In baking, you noramlly use the unsalted one. It is much easier to use because it will not alter the taste of your dessert or pastry. Hope that helps!
Stick butter is sold 4 sticks to a box just like margarine is.
Also 8 Tablespoons is a stick.
Does the egg white make the custard??
Hi Diana! Basically, all the ingredients make the custard. It won’t taste as custard cake without any of the ingredients. Hope that helps xx Lainey
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I did not watch the video, just read the instructions. What happened to the egg whites?
Hi Gigi, fold in the egg whites after you mix all the ingredients. 🙂
Thanks for chare this recipe, thanks a lot
It’s my pleasure, Rocio! I am glad you loved this recipe 🙂
Amazing! This is so yum!
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Thank you so much Glendale! I appreciate your kind words xx Lainey
Do you think I could use almond milk? Thanks
Hi! Definitely, yes 🙂
It appeared the 2 cups of milk made the mixture very liquidy. When setting my egg whites aside, they quickly deflated. The outside looked great however the inside was a solid texture with hardly any flavor. I could taste the flour. I used the exact measurements including the vanilla. Obviously I did something wrong ,just not sure what 🤔
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Hi Sam! Thank you for your feedback. I am reviewing all your comments so that I can improve on any step or ingredient.
Thank you again!
How cool should the melted butter be?
Hi Pauline! It is best to use room temperature butter. Thank you for dropping by! Don’t hesitate to send me a DM or a PM on Facebook if ever you have questions. Or just simply comment here 😉
Does this cake have to be cold before cutting it? Mine was a liquid in the middle.
Found my problem, My oven is off. Cake is awesome!