Decadent Nutella Custard Cake Recipe

Name: Decadent Nutella Custard Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Cake base; 6 egg whites; 1/2 cup sugar; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; Custard; 6 egg yolks; 3 eggs; 6 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 2 tablespoons sugar; 3 (8 g) packages vanilla sugar; 400 g nutella; 1/2 cup milk; 1 cup butter; Topping; 500 ml whipping cream; Additional ingredients; 200 g graham crackers (approximately 1/2 box); 1/2 cup milk

Servings: persons

Cake base
6 egg whites
1/2 cup sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Custard
6 egg yolks
3 eggs
6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons sugar
3 (8 g) packages vanilla sugar
400 g nutella
1/2 cup milk
1 cup butter
Topping
500 ml whipping cream
Additional ingredients
200 g graham crackers (approximately 1/2 box)
1/2 cup milk

1
Cake base.
2
Preheat oven to 300 F
3
Whip egg whites using a mixer until they are firm.
4
Add sugar slowly.
5
When egg whites and sugar are well blended add lemon juice.
6
Transfer the mixture onto parchment paper placed inside a baking pan.
7
Let the cake bake at 250 F for 1hour.
8
After its done let it cool for 15-20 minutes.
9
Custard.
10
Place one large pot filled with water half way on the stove to boil.
11
Place jars of nutella into hot water so it softens while you prepare the custard
12
While you wait for the water to boil mix the egg yolks, eggs, flour, sugar, and 2 tablespoons of milk. Mix it in a pot that can fit inside the larger pot with boiling water. If you have a double boiler that's perfect!
13
When the water starts boiling reduce it to a simmer and place the pot with the mixed ingredients on top of the pot with boiling water.
14
Slowly add the rest of the milk.
15
Cook until the mixture thickens. Stir continuously to avoid burning and/or scrambled eggs!
16
Remove from heat and let cool.
17
When the custard is luke warm add previously whipped butter.
18
Add 3 vanilla sugars into 1/3 of the custard (white custard).
19
Add softened nutella into the remaining 2/3 of the custard (chocolate custard).
20
Whip the whipping cream.
21
Layer the cake.
22
Cake base.
23
White custard mixture.
24
Graham crackers briefly dipped into milk.
25
Chocolate custard mixture.
26
Whipped cream.
27
Optional: crush some of the graham crackers and spread the crumbs on top of the whipped topping.

1918

kcal

Calories

136

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Cake base, 6 egg whites, 1/2 cup sugar, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, and more.

Yes, Decadent Nutella Custard Cake falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Decadent Nutella Custard Cake

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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