The Dogmother Posted October 18, 2015 Share Posted October 18, 2015 I read about this cake in an article and was intrigued how it could work. Sadly, the photos are too big to post on the forum, but click on the link above for pics and a printable recipe. The recipe is very easy to follow, but do bear in mind... The batter is very runny and looks like a bowl of sick!!! It splatters when you are mixing it, so wear a pinny! It is absolutely delicious, and magically turns from something vile-looking, into the cleverest and scrummy cake. I ate it chilled with a little nutmeg grated on top. I shall be trying the chocolate version next! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mullethunter Posted October 18, 2015 Share Posted October 18, 2015 Ive seen that on Pinterest. Does it hold its shape when cut and is the middle like egg custard? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ain't Nobody Here Posted October 18, 2015 Share Posted October 18, 2015 Sounds intriguing! I'll be giving that a go . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted October 18, 2015 Author Share Posted October 18, 2015 Ive seen that on Pinterest. Does it hold its shape when cut and is the middle like egg custard? Yes, and yes but you have to let it cool, then refrigerate before cutting. I made mine in a rectangular tin, so it was shallower than it would have been in a square as recommended. You have to watch it to catch the right time when it colours and sets. The bottom layer is relatively solid, and holds it together. The mid section is a lovely creamy egg custard, and the top is a light fluffy sponge... I have the whole cake to myself and I think I could easily make myself sick eating too much, so I am going to stop now! It would be lovely served with fresh raspberries on top, and shavings of dark chocolate to make it a classy dessert. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Olly Posted October 18, 2015 Share Posted October 18, 2015 I've always wanted to try this. I've got a 12-year old friend spending the day with me on Wednesday and I was planning to do some baking with her, this might be just the thing! Thanks for the link. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jess1merlin Posted October 24, 2015 Share Posted October 24, 2015 All purpose flour, is that plain flour or self raising Going to give it a go with plain flour and see what happens. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Olly Posted October 24, 2015 Share Posted October 24, 2015 It's plain flour - 'all purpose' so you can use it for anything. I didn't get round to making this in the end, but it's still on my list! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted October 24, 2015 Author Share Posted October 24, 2015 I used plain Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jess1merlin Posted October 25, 2015 Share Posted October 25, 2015 Clare you were right about it looking like a bowl of sick however it is very nice. I didn't have an 8" square tin so used 2 loaf tins but it seemed to work ok. It would be nice with fresh fruit and a spot of cream as a dessert. I wonder what it would be like with lemon extract instead of vanilla Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted October 25, 2015 Author Share Posted October 25, 2015 A friend was wondering about making it with a dab of lemon juice and grated lemon juice... I think it would be lovely. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grandmashazzie Posted November 9, 2015 Share Posted November 9, 2015 Oh that looks yummy did you use caster sugar DM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mullethunter Posted November 9, 2015 Share Posted November 9, 2015 There's a book of these with loads of different flavours of the magic cake. Blueberry, chocolate, red velvet... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlottechicken Posted November 9, 2015 Share Posted November 9, 2015 That looks intriguing, it's going on the to make list! Thanks for sharing, DM! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted November 9, 2015 Author Share Posted November 9, 2015 Oh that looks yummy did you use caster sugar DM Yes I did. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
