This Eggless Custard Powder Cake is soft, buttery, and full of warm vanilla flavor with a beautiful golden hue. Made with simple pantry ingredients, this cake is perfect as a tea-time treat or an everyday dessert. The addition of custard powder gives this cake a unique flavor that sets it apart from a classic vanilla cake.
What makes this eggless Custard Powder Cake even more special is the addition of colorful tutti frutti, which adds a subtle sweetness and delightful texture in every bite. Whether you serve it plain, dusted with powdered sugar, or alongside a cup of tea, this cake is simple, comforting, and always a crowd-pleaser.
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About Custard Powder Cake without Eggs
This Eggless Custard Powder Cake recipe is one of those fuss-free bakes that deliver maximum flavor with minimal effort. The custard powder not only adds a light vanilla flavor but also gives the cake its signature yellow color.
The texture of this cake is slightly dense, like a classic tea cake, yet it remains moist, soft, and tender. It does not require any frosting, making it perfect for everyday baking.
I remember when I first made this cake, my husband suggested adding tutti frutti, and that small change made such a big difference! The candied fruits add little bursts of sweetness, making the cake even more enjoyable, especially for kids.
Why You Will Love This Cake
- This Custard Powder Cake is soft, buttery, and perfectly moist.
- It has a unique vanilla flavor from custard powder.
- The recipe is simple, beginner-friendly, and comes together quickly.
- No eggs, no egg replacer, and no electric mixer required.
- Perfect as a tea cake or snack cake.
- Tutti frutti adds a fun texture and extra sweetness.
- The recipe uses basic pantry ingredients.
- Easy to customize with nuts or dried fruits.
Ingredients and Notes
- All-Purpose Flour: Measure the flour accurately for the best and most consistent results. I highly recommend using a kitchen scale if you have one.
- Custard Powder: Vanilla custard powder gives the cake its signature flavor and golden color. You can also use mango custard powder for variation.
- Baking Powder and Baking Soda: Both help the cake rise and create a soft texture. Ensure they are fresh.
- Salt: Enhances the overall flavor and balances sweetness.
- Butter: Use unsalted butter, melted. It adds richness and flavor.
- Granulated Sugar: Provides sweetness and moisture. You can slightly adjust to taste.
- Milk: Whole milk works best for a rich and moist cake. Use at room temperature.
- Vanilla Extract: Adds depth and enhances the custard flavor.
- Tutti Frutti (Optional): Adds texture, color, and sweetness. Highly recommend for a bakery-style feel.
How To Make Eggless Custard Powder Cake
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
- Grease an 8-inch round cake pan well with oil or butter and set it aside.
- Add all-purpose flour, custard powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt to a medium bowl, and whisk until well combined.
- Add tutti frutti to the flour mixture if you like, and mix well.
- Mix melted butter, granulated sugar, and vanilla in a large mixing bowl until well combined.
- Now add the dry ingredients and milk alternatively into the wet ingredients in two parts.
- Mix with a spatula until everything is just combined; do not overmix.
- Pour the cake batter into the prepared pan and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a cake skewer inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Remove the cake from the oven and place the pan on a cooling rack.
- Allow the cake to cool down completely in the pan before removing and slicing it.
Serving Suggestions
Serve this Eggless Custard Powder Cake as a tea-time snack.
Dust with powdered sugar for a simple finish.
Serve warm with vanilla ice cream for a dessert version
Pair with coffee or chai for a cozy treat.
Storing Suggestions
Store the Custard Powder Cake at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Refrigerate for up to 7 days.
Warm the refrigerated cake slightly before serving for the best texture.
Variations and Substitutions
Mango Custard Cake: Use mango custard powder for a fruity twist.
Nutty Version: Add chopped cashews, almonds, or pistachios.
Dried Fruits: Replace tutti frutti with raisins or cranberries.
Vegan Option: Use plant-based butter and milk.
Flavor Twist: Add ground cardamom or orange zest for variation.
Baking Tips For Eggless Custard Powder Cake
Measuring: Measure the ingredients accurately. Use a kitchen scale for the best results. Too much flour can make the cake dense.
Room Temperature Ingredients: Using room temperature ingredients helps the batter mix evenly and improves texture.
Tutti Frutti: Mixing the candied fruits with flour prevents them from sinking to the bottom.
Do Not Overmix: Overmixing can result in a tough cake. Mix only until combined.
Baking: Every oven is different. Star checking the doneness at 35 minutes mark.
Cooling: Let the cake cool completely before slicing to avoid crumbling.
FAQs For Custard Powder Cake
Custard powder adds flavor, color, and slight richness, making the cake unique.
It is the key ingredient, so skipping it will change the flavor and texture.
Not recommended, as cornstarch can not provide the color and flavor of custard powder.
Overmixing or too much flour can result in a dense texture.
Yes, it is completely optional.
Yes, but the cake will be slightly denser and have a slightly nutty taste. Use half whole wheat and half all-purpose flour for better results.
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Custard Powder Cake (Eggless)
Ingredients
- 1½ cups (190g) all-purpose flour
- ½ cup (60g) custard powder
- 1½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup (80g) tutti frutti (optional)
- 7 tablespoon (100g) unsalted butter melted
- ¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla
- ¾ cup + 2 tablespoon (210 ml) milk
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease an 8-inch round cake pan well with oil or butter and set it aside.
- Add all-purpose flour, custard powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt to a medium bowl, and whisk until well combined. Add tutti frutti, if you like, to the flour mixture, and mix well.
- Mix melted butter, granulated sugar, and vanilla in a large mixing bowl until well combined.
- Now add the dry ingredients and milk alternatively into the wet ingredients in two parts. Mix until everything is just combined; do not overmix.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake the cake for 40-45 minutes or until a cake skewer inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Remove the cake from the oven and place the pan on a cooling rack. Allow the cake to cool down completely in the pan before removing and slicing it.
Storing Suggestions
- Store the Custard Powder Cake at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Refrigerate for up to 7 days.
- Warm the refrigerated cake slightly before serving for the best texture.
Notes
- Measuring: Measure the ingredients accurately. Use a kitchen scale for the best results. Too much flour can make the cake dense.
- Room Temperature Ingredients: Using room temperature ingredients helps the batter mix evenly and improves texture.
- Tutti Frutti: Mixing the candied fruits with flour prevents them from sinking to the bottom.
- Do Not Overmix: Overmixing can result in a tough cake. Mix only until combined.
- Baking: Every oven is different. Star checking the doneness at the 35-minute mark.
- Cooling: Let the cake cool completely before slicing to avoid crumbling.
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