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Melt-in-Your-Mouth Cake

Melt-in-Your-Mouth Cake: A Polish Delight You Can’t Resist

Experience the joy of Melt-in-Your-Mouth Cake, a delightful Polish dessert with buttery layers and a creamy filling.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Polish
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Layers
  • 80 grams Butter Adds richness and moisture; margarine can be a dairy-free alternative.
  • 100 ml Milk Contributes to moisture; can use non-dairy options.
  • 100 ml Water Binds dough ingredients; no substitute needed.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavor.
  • 150 grams Flour Provides structure; all-purpose or gluten-free blend can work.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Key leavening agent.
  • 2 units Eggs Vital for binding and texture.
For the Cream Filling
  • 100 grams Sugar Sweetens the filling.
  • 40 grams Additional Flour Used for structure.
  • 80 grams Butter For creamy filling.
  • 2 units Eggs Used in the cream filling.
For the Finishing Touch
  • Icing Sugar Optional for dusting.

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • spatula
  • round cake pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Melt-in-Your-Mouth Cake
  1. Melt 80 grams of butter in a medium saucepan over low heat. Pour in 100 ml of milk, 100 ml of water, and ½ teaspoon of salt. Increase heat to medium and bring to a boil. Whisk in 150 grams of flour and 1 teaspoon of baking powder until cohesive, about 2-3 minutes.
  2. Allow the dough to cool for about 5 minutes. Crack 2 eggs into a bowl and add one at a time to the dough, stirring vigorously after each addition. This should take around 3-4 minutes.
  3. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a round cake pan. Spread half of the dough evenly into the pan and bake for about 20 minutes until golden. Cool on a wire rack and repeat with remaining dough.
  4. For the creamy filling, beat 2 eggs with 100 grams of sugar in a mixing bowl until frothy, about 5 minutes. Gradually mix in 40 grams of flour and 100 ml of milk, stirring continuously. Transfer to a saucepan and cook over medium heat until thickened, about 5-7 minutes.
  5. Once thickened, let the cream cool slightly. Beat 80 grams of softened butter until light and fluffy, then gradually add the cooled cream mixture, blending well.
  6. On a serving platter, place one baked cake layer and spread half of the cream filling evenly over it. Layer the second cake on top and spread remaining filling over it. Smooth with a spatula.
  7. Cover the cake with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set the cream.
  8. Dust the top with icing sugar before serving, slice, and enjoy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Cool the dough slightly before adding eggs to prevent cooking. Stir constantly while making the cream filling. Chill for flavor melding. Avoid overbaking and use quality ingredients for best results.

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