Boston Cream Pie

Ingredients

• 2 8 inch white cake layers
• 1 cup milk
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1 egg
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
• 1 cup icing sugar
• 2 tablespoons cocoa
• 1 tablespoon butter, melted
• 4 teaspoons water or milk

Directions

1. 1

   Have cake layers ready.

2. 2

   For filling: Heat milk (or light cream can be used for a richer taste) in heavy saucepan over medium heat to boiling.

3. 3

   Measure flour and sugar into small bowl.

4. 4

   Stir thoroughly.

5. 5

   Stir in egg and vanilla.

6. 6

   Pour into milk, stirring while it boils and thickens.

7. 7

   Cool well.

8. 8

   Glaze: Beat all ingredients together adding a bir more liquid if necessary to make a barely pourable glaze.

9. 9

   To assemble, spread custard between cake layers.

10. 10

    Spread glaze over top only.

11. 11

    If you like, allow a bit to dribble over sides.

12. 12

    Serve with whipped cream if desired.

13. 13

    Chill at least 1 hour before serving.