Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- Prepare the Cream Filling: In a medium saucepan, whisk together 2 eggs and 150 grams of sugar until smooth.
- Gradually add 70 grams of cornstarch and mix until well combined.
- Slowly pour in 500 grams of milk, stirring continuously to avoid lumps.
- Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and comes to a gentle boil.
- Remove from heat and add 50 grams of butter and vanilla sugar. Mix until the butter melts and the cream is smooth. Set aside to cool.
- Prepare the Pastry Dough: In another saucepan, bring 180 grams of water, 90 grams of butter, a pinch of salt, and a pinch of sugar to a boil.
- Remove from heat and add 130 grams of flour all at once. Stir vigorously until the dough comes together and pulls away from the sides of the pan.
- Let the dough cool slightly before adding eggs, one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition until the dough is smooth and glossy.
- Transfer the dough to a piping bag fitted with a large round tip.
- Pipe the dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, creating 2–3 layers to form discs of about 18 cm in diameter.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 190°C (375°F) for 30 minutes or until golden brown. Set aside to cool.
- Prepare the Sour Cream Layer: In a mixing bowl, combine 500 grams of sour cream, 150 grams of sugar, 2 tablespoons of cornstarch, 8 grams of vanilla sugar, and 2 eggs.
- Pour the mixture into a saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens to a custard-like consistency.
- Remove from heat and add 50 grams of butter, stirring until melted and fully incorporated. Set aside to cool.
- Prepare the Pastry Crust: In a large bowl, mix 250 grams of flour, 70 grams of powdered sugar, and 150 grams of cold, cubed butter.
- Use a pastry cutter or your fingertips to blend until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Divide the dough into two parts, wrap each in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Roll out each portion to about 18 cm in diameter and bake in a preheated oven at 190°C (375°F) for 10-15 minutes or until golden brown. Let them cool completely.
- Assemble the Cake: Place one of the baked pastry discs on a serving plate and spread a layer of the cream filling on top.
- Add another layer of the baked pastry disc and repeat the process, alternating between the sour cream layer and cream filling until all layers are stacked.
- Cover the cake with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Decorate and Serve: Melt white chocolate and drizzle it over the top of the cake or use it to create elegant swirls or patterns.
