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Magical Vanilla Cake

Recipe by JustInCooking

A light and fluffy French "gâteau magique" made with vanilla. The low‑temperature bake creates three distinct layers – a spongy base, a creamy middle, and a custard‑like top. Perfect for a simple yet impressive dessert.

EasyFrenchServes 8

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Source Video
1h 14m
Prep
55m
Cook
15m
Cleanup
2h 24m
Total

Cost Breakdown

$4.81
Total cost
$0.60
Per serving

Critical Success Points

  • Beat yolks with sugar until the mixture is pale and fluffy.
  • Whisk egg whites to stiff peaks with a pinch of salt.
  • Fold the whipped whites gently, preserving air bubbles.
  • Bake at the low temperature of 150 °C to achieve the three‑layer effect.

Safety Warnings

  • Melted butter is hot – handle with care to avoid burns.
  • The oven reaches 150 °C; use oven mitts when inserting or removing the pan.
  • Whisking egg whites can create a fine mist; avoid inhaling raw egg particles.

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