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Toronto Pie Recipe

Unearth a forgotten Canadian gem! This Toronto Pie recipe, inspired by an 1879 cookbook, is a delightful twist on Boston Cream Pie. A light and airy hot milk sponge cake, split and generously filled with sweet raspberry jam, this dessert is a true taste of history. Simple to make, yet elegant enough for any occasion, Toronto Pie is sure to become a new family favorite. Rediscover the flavors of old Toronto – try it today!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 55 mins
Calories 241.1 kcal
Protein 9g
Rating 4.4 (5 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Toronto Pie

  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • raspberry jam (amount as needed)
  • powdered sugar (amount as needed)

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How to Make Toronto Pie

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease and flour a 9-inch round layer cake pan.
  3. Scald 1 cup of milk; remove from heat and stir in 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter until melted.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons baking powder, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  5. In a large bowl, beat 2 large eggs until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes).
  6. Gradually beat in 1 cup granulated sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  7. Beat with an electric mixer on high speed for 1 minute.
  8. Gently fold in the dry ingredients, then stir in the hot milk mixture until just combined.
  9. Pour batter into the prepared pan.
  10. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  11. Let cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
  12. Once cool, carefully run a thin knife around the edges to loosen the cake.
  13. Split the cake horizontally into two layers.
  14. Spread raspberry jam evenly between the layers.
  15. Dust generously with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

9 g

Sugar

89g

Fat

17g

Carbs

13g

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