Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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12
servings
2 cup

Whole Milk

room temperature, divided

2 tbsp

Thai Tea Leaves

unsweetened loose

8 tbsp

Unsalted Butter

softened

1.5 cup

Granulated Sugar

3 unit

Large Eggs

room temperature

2.25 cup

All-Purpose Flour

0.5 tsp

Salt

2 tsp

Baking Powder

6 unit

Large Egg Yolks

14 unit

Sweetened Condensed Milk

Step 1
~3 min

Warm milk in a microwave for 30 seconds.

Step 2
~3 min

Add Thai tea leaves to the warm milk and let it steep.

Step 3
~3 min

Grease and line a springform or baking pan with parchment paper.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 4
~3 min

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 5
~3 min

Whisk together flour, salt, and baking powder in a bowl.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 6
~3 min

In a separate bowl, beat softened butter until fluffy.

Step 7
~3 min

Gradually add sugar to the butter, beating until well combined.

Step 8
~3 min

Add eggs one at a time, beating after each addition.

Step 9
~3 min

Strain the tea-infused milk.

Step 10
~3 min

Alternately fold in flour mixture and tea-infused milk into the butter mixture.

Step 11
~3 min

Pour batter into the prepared pan.

Step 12
~3 min

Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 13
~3 min

Let the cake cool in the pan.

Step 14
~3 min

For the custard, combine remaining milk and condensed milk in a saucepan.

Step 15
~3 min

Heat over medium-low heat, whisking to combine.

Step 16
~3 min

Whisk egg yolks in a separate bowl until smooth.

Step 17
~3 min

Slowly pour the hot milk mixture into the yolks, whisking constantly.

Step 18
~3 min

Pour the egg mixture back into the saucepan.

Step 19
~3 min

Cook over low heat, whisking constantly, until the custard thickens.

Step 20
~3 min

Strain the custard through a fine-mesh strainer into a serving container.

Step 21
~3 min

Keep covered and warm.

Step 22
~3 min

Serve the cake with the warm custard sauce.

Step 23
~3 min

Thin the sauce with warm milk if it becomes too thick.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Ensure butter and eggs are at room temperature for best results.

Don't overbake the cake to keep it moist.

Adjust the amount of tea leaves to control the intensity of the tea flavor.

For a richer flavor, use brown butter in the cake batter.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 min

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The cake can be made a day ahead and stored at room temperature. The custard should be made fresh.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve warm or at room temperature.

Accompany with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Fresh berries
Whipped cream

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Thailand

Cultural Significance

Thai cuisine is known for its balance of sweet, sour, spicy, salty, and bitter flavors.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Birthdays
Family gatherings
Festivals

Occasion Tags

Birthday
Celebration
Holiday
Dessert
Party

Popularity Score

70/100

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