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Bird’s Milk Cake

Delicious Bird’s Milk Cake: A Slice of Heaven at Home

Experience the magic of Bird’s Milk Cake, a fluffy dessert that brings joy and nostalgia with its creamy layers and chocolate ganache.
Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 5 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Layers
  • 6 large Eggs Use fresh large eggs for best results.
  • 1 cup Sugar Regular granulated sugar works perfectly.
  • 1 cup Flour All-purpose flour or a gluten-free blend can be used.
For the Mousse Filling
  • 1 cup Cool Whip Use coconut whipped cream for dairy-free version.
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt can be used for a tangy twist.
  • 1 can Sweetened Condensed Milk Non-dairy alternatives are available.
  • 1 cup Milk Any type of milk works, including almond or oat milk.
  • 2 packets Knox Gelatin Essential for firming the mousse.
For the Chocolate Ganache
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Margarine serves as a dairy-free substitute.
  • 1 cup Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips Dark chocolate chips can be swapped.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Coconut cream can be used for a lighter version.

Equipment

  • Electric mixer
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula
  • 9-inch cake pan
  • Springform pan
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Step‑By‑Step Instructions
  1. Whisk together 6 large eggs and 1 cup of granulated sugar using an electric mixer on medium speed for about 10 minutes, until pale and thick.
  2. Gently sift 1 cup of all-purpose flour into the egg mixture, folding with a spatula until just combined. Pour the batter into a greased 9-inch cake pan.
  3. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for approximately 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  4. Once cooled, slice the cake in half horizontally to create two layers.
  5. Mix together 1 cup of milk and a tablespoon of sugar to create a soaking syrup, generously brushing over each cake layer.
  6. In a bowl, beat together 1 cup of sour cream and 1/2 cup of sugar until fluffy. Slowly stir in 1 can of sweetened condensed milk.
  7. Heat 1 cup of milk until boiling, remove from heat, and stir in 2 packets of Knox gelatin until dissolved. Cool slightly before adding to the sour cream mixture.
  8. Pour half of the mousse mixture over the first cake layer, smoothing it out. Top with the second layer and repeat.
  9. Refrigerate the layered cakes for 3-4 hours, or until firm.
  10. For the ganache, heat 1 cup of heavy cream until boiling, pour it over 1 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips, and whisk until smooth.
  11. Once the mousse is set, remove the cakes from the springform pans and pour the ganache over the top, allowing it to flow down the sides.
  12. Chill for another 30 minutes before serving.
  13. Slice into pieces and serve with fresh fruit or vanilla ice cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 400IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, beat the eggs thoroughly and avoid overmixing the flour. Utilize fresh ingredients and ensure generous soaking of the cake layers.

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