Italian Grandma’s Cake

A Traditional Creamy Delight with Pastry Charm

This timeless Italian dessert features a buttery shortcrust, luscious vanilla pastry cream, and a golden finish. It’s perfect for celebrations, cozy evenings, or a midweek treat with tea.

A creamy, golden square of perfection — flaky crust, silky custard, and old-world charm in every bite.

 Ingredients

For the Shortcrust Pastry:

• 250g all-purpose flour

• 100g cold unsalted butter, cubed

• 75g granulated sugar

• 1 whole egg

• 1 tsp baking powder

• A pinch of salt

• Zest of 1 lemon (optional, but highly recommended)

For the Pastry Cream:

• 500 ml whole milk

• 4 egg yolks

• 100g sugar

• 40g cornstarch

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Optional Toppings:

• Pine nuts (for crunch and tradition)

• Powdered sugar (for dusting after baking)

Step-by-Step Instructions

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