Special cake with cream

Special Cream Cake - A Delicacy for Unforgettable Moments

If you want to impress someone with a sophisticated yet easy-to-make dessert, this special cream cake is the perfect choice. With a soft base and delicious cream, this cake is ideal for birthdays, celebrations, or simply to pamper your family. In the following, I will guide you step by step to achieve an exceptional result. Let's get started!

Preparation time: 30 minutes
Baking time: 30 minutes
Cooling time: 8 hours (ideally overnight)
Total: 9 hours
Number of servings: 12

Ingredients

For the dough:
- 2 cups of flour
- 250 g cream cheese (9% fat)
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 200 g margarine with butter flavor or butter

For the vanilla cream:
- 2 vanilla puddings
- 2 cups of milk
- 2 containers of whipped cream

For the chocolate glaze:
- 100 g whipped cream
- 60 g dark chocolate (60% cocoa)
- 25 g butter (optional, for extra creaminess)

Ingredient details

Cream cheese adds a rich texture to the dough, and combined with margarine, it gives the layers a delicate flavor. Choose quality chocolate with a high cocoa content for an intense glaze. If you prefer a less sweet cake, you can reduce the sugar in the vanilla cream.

Step by step for a perfect cake

1. Preparing the dough:
- In a large bowl, combine the flour with the baking powder. Add the cream cheese, egg, and cubed margarine (or butter). Use a mixer or knead by hand until you have a smooth dough.
- Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. This step is essential as it helps the dough firm up, making it easier to roll out the layers.

2. Baking the layers:
- Preheat the oven to 180°C.
- After the dough has been in the fridge, divide it into three equal portions. Roll out each portion on a floured surface to obtain layers approximately 20-30 cm in diameter.
- Bake each layer on the bottom of the tray for about 10-12 minutes or until they turn lightly golden. Let them cool on a rack.

3. Preparing the vanilla cream:
- In a bowl, combine the vanilla puddings with one cup of milk and one container of whipped cream. Mix well until it becomes a fluffy cream. Add half of the ground nuts and a splash of vanilla essence for extra flavor.
- In another bowl, prepare the other pudding with the remaining milk and whipped cream, adding the rest of the ground nuts. Now you have two delicious creams!

4. Assembling the cake:
- On a platter, place the first layer of dough. Spread all the vanilla cream from the first bowl on top of this. Then, place the second layer of dough on top.
- On the second layer, spread the cream from the second bowl. Cover with the third layer of dough. The cake is now ready for glazing!

5. Preparing the chocolate glaze:
- In a saucepan, heat the whipped cream and chocolate over low heat, stirring constantly until the chocolate is completely melted. Add the butter for creaminess, mixing well.
- Let the glaze cool slightly, then pour it evenly over the third layer of dough.

6. Cooling and serving:
- Let the cake chill in the fridge for at least 8 hours, ideally overnight. This time allows the creams to soften the layers, resulting in a delicious and easy-to-cut cake.
- Before serving, you can decorate the cake with the remaining vanilla cream you saved.

Useful tips

- Variations: You can experiment with different pudding flavors, such as chocolate or caramel, to diversify the cake.
- Serving: This cake pairs perfectly with a cup of aromatic coffee or a fruit tea. You can also add some fresh fruit alongside the served portions for a pleasant contrast.
- Frequently asked questions:
- What can I do if I don’t have vanilla puddings? You can use chocolate pudding or another preferred flavor, and the cake will have a different taste dimension.
- Can I freeze the cake? It is recommended not to freeze the cream cake, as the texture may change. It’s best to keep it in the fridge.

Nutritional benefits

This cake contains a combination of ingredients that provide energy and nutrients. Cream cheese is a source of protein, while the nuts add healthy fats and antioxidants. Each serving has approximately 350-400 calories, depending on the ingredients used.

Now that you have all the necessary details, all that’s left is to get started! Whether it’s for a birthday or a personal treat, this special cream cake will surely become a favorite among your loved ones. Don’t forget to share the final result with those around you! Enjoy!

 Ingredients: For the dough: 2 cups of flour, 250 g of 9% cream cheese, 1 egg, 1 baking powder, 200 g of butter-flavored margarine or butter. For the cream: 2 vanilla puddings, 2 cups of milk, 2 containers of whipped cream. For the glaze: 1 whipped cream, 100 g of dark chocolate 60% cocoa.