Boston Cream Cake

Boston Cream Cake Recipe

Ingredients:

Cake:

• 1 package yellow cake mix (plus additional ingredients called for on the package, typically water, oil, and eggs)

Filling:

• 1 cup cold milk
• 1 (3.4-ounce) package instant vanilla pudding mix
• 1½ cups Cool Whip (whipped topping)

Chocolate Glaze:

• 2 (1-ounce) squares unsweetened baking chocolate
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1½ cups powdered sugar
• 4 tablespoons milk

Directions:

For the Cake:

1. Preheat the oven according to the yellow cake mix package instructions.
2. Prepare the cake batter as directed on the package.
3. Prepare the Pans: Spray two 9-inch round cake pans with cooking spray and lightly dust with flour.
4. Bake the Cake: Divide the batter between the two prepared pans and bake as directed on the package, until the cakes are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
5. Cool the Cakes: After baking, allow the cakes to cool in the pans for a few minutes, then invert them onto a wire rack to cool completely.

For the Filling:

6. Mix the Pudding: Beat 1 cup of cold milk with the instant vanilla pudding mix for 2 minutes using a whisk or an electric mixer.
7. Add Cool Whip: Gently fold in the Cool Whip (whipped topping) into the pudding mixture. Let the filling stand for 5 minutes to thicken slightly.
8. Assemble: Place one cake layer on your serving plate. Spread the pudding mixture evenly on top, then gently place the second cake layer over the pudding layer.

For the Glaze:

9. Melt Chocolate and Butter: In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the unsweetened baking chocolate and butter. Microwave on high for one minute. Stir the mixture until the chocolate is completely melted.
10. Make Glaze: Add the powdered sugar and 4 tablespoons of milk to the melted chocolate mixture. Stir well until the glaze is smooth.
11. Glaze the Cake: Pour and spread the glaze over the top of the assembled cake, allowing it to drip down the sides.
12. Chill: Refrigerate the cake for at least one hour to set the glaze before serving.

Serving:

• Slice and serve the cake chilled. You can garnish with additional whipped cream or chocolate shavings if desired.

Enjoy your homemade Boston Cream Cake