Gluten-Free Boston Cream Pie

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
1%
Gluten-Free Boston Cream Pie
195 min.
16
337kcal

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of a classic dessert with a modern twist—our Gluten-Free Boston Cream Pie! This scrumptious treat is perfect for those who follow a vegetarian or gluten-free diet, ensuring that everyone can enjoy a slice of this heavenly cake. With its rich layers of moist almond and gluten-free flour cake, velvety custard, and luscious chocolate glaze, this dessert is sure to impress at any gathering.

Imagine the joy of serving a dessert that not only looks stunning but also caters to various dietary needs. The combination of almond flour and a gluten-free all-purpose blend creates a tender crumb that melts in your mouth, while the homemade custard adds a creamy richness that elevates the entire experience. Topped with a glossy dark chocolate glaze, this Boston Cream Pie is a feast for the eyes and the palate.

Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply treating yourself and your loved ones, this Gluten-Free Boston Cream Pie is a showstopper that will leave everyone asking for seconds. With a preparation time of just under three and a half hours, the end result is well worth the wait. So gather your ingredients, roll up your sleeves, and get ready to create a dessert that will be the highlight of any meal!

Ingredients

  • 1.8 cups almond flour 
  • 1.3 cups flour blend gluten-free all-purpose
  • teaspoons double-acting baking powder gluten-free
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 1.5 cups sugar 
  • cup water 
  • 0.5 cup butter melted
  •  eggs whole
  • teaspoons vanilla pure
  • 1.3 cups milk whole
  • 0.3 cup sugar 
  •  egg yolk 
  • tablespoons cornstarch 
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • tablespoon butter cut into small pieces
  • teaspoon vanilla pure
  • oz baker's chocolate dark chopped
  • tablespoons butter cut into small pieces
  • tablespoon plus light

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • wire rack
  • plastic wrap
  • hand mixer
  • toothpicks
  • microwave
  • serrated knife

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 2 (8-inch) round cake pans with cooking spray (without flour).
  2. In medium bowl, mix almond flour, flour blend, baking powder and 1/2 teaspoon salt; set aside. In large bowl, beat 1 1/2 cups sugar, the water, melted butter, the eggs and 2 teaspoons vanilla with electric mixer on low speed 1 minute. Gradually add flour mixture, beating on medium speed 2 minutes. Divide batter evenly between pans.
  3. Bake 27 to 30 minutes or until golden and toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool on cooling rack 15 minutes; remove from pans to cooling racks. Cool completely.
  4. Meanwhile, in 2-quart heavy saucepan, stir milk, 1/4 cup sugar, the egg yolks, cornstarch and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  5. Heat to boiling over medium heat, stirring constantly; boil 1 minute until thickened and mixture coats back of spoon.
  6. Remove from heat; stir in 1 tablespoon butter and 1 teaspoon vanilla until smooth. Cover surface of custard with plastic wrap. Refrigerate until set, about 2 hours.
  7. In small microwavable bowl, microwave glaze ingredients uncovered on High 1 minute; stir until chocolate is melted and mixture is smooth.
  8. To assemble, invert one cake layer onto serving platter. Stir cold custard; spread on top of cake just to edge. Top with second cake layer. Slowly pour glaze over cake, spreading to cover and letting it drip down side. Slice cake gently with serrated knife.

Nutrition Facts

Calories337kcal
Protein7.33%
Fat51.98%
Carbs40.69%

Properties

Glycemic Index
27.45
Glycemic Load
15.94
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
5.6604348317437%

Flavonoids

Catechin
4.56mg
Epicatechin
10.05mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:336.74kcal
16.84%
Fat:20.75g
31.92%
Saturated Fat:8.99g
56.22%
Carbohydrates:36.54g
12.18%
Net Carbohydrates:33.1g
12.04%
Sugar:24.76g
27.51%
Cholesterol:80.05mg
26.68%
Sodium:253.83mg
11.04%
Alcohol:0.26g
100%
Alcohol %:0.3%
100%
Caffeine:5.67mg
1.89%
Protein:6.58g
13.17%
Manganese:0.3mg
15.16%
Fiber:3.44g
13.77%
Iron:2.32mg
12.87%
Copper:0.24mg
12.1%
Calcium:103.03mg
10.3%
Phosphorus:86.39mg
8.64%
Vitamin A:372.61IU
7.45%
Selenium:5.01µg
7.15%
Magnesium:27.2mg
6.8%
Zinc:0.94mg
6.27%
Vitamin B2:0.09mg
5.38%
Vitamin B12:0.24µg
3.97%
Vitamin D:0.5µg
3.31%
Potassium:105.51mg
3.01%
Vitamin B5:0.29mg
2.89%
Vitamin E:0.43mg
2.86%
Folate:9.46µg
2.37%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
1.99%
Vitamin B6:0.04mg
1.8%
Vitamin K:1.53µg
1.45%