Washington Cream Pie

Name: Washington Cream Pie
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 9 servings.
Ingredients: 3 large eggs; 1-1/2 cups sugar; 2 cups all-purpose flour; 2 teaspoons baking powder; 1/2 cup water; FILLING:; 1 cup sugar; 2 tablespoons cornstarch; 2 cups whole milk; 2 large eggs, beaten; 2 tablespoons butter; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 can (21 ounces) cherry pie filling; Whipped cream

Lyn Robitaille of East Hartland, Connecticut recalls, "My mom made this cherry-topped cake every year for my uncle, who shares his birthday with George Washington!"

Ingredients

3 large eggs
1-1/2 cups sugar
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 cup water
FILLING:
1 cup sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 cups whole milk
2 large eggs, beaten
2 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 can (21 ounces) cherry pie filling
Whipped cream

Directions

In a bowl, beat eggs on high for 3 minutes; gradually add sugar. Combine flour and baking powder; stir into egg mixture alternately with water. Beat on low for 1 minute. Pour into a greased 9-in. square baking pan. Bake at 375° for 25-30 minutes or until the cake tests done. Cool. Split cake into two layers.
For filling, combine the sugar and cornstarch in a saucepan; stir in milk. Bring to a boil; cook for 2 minutes. Stir a small amount into eggs; mix well. Return all to pan. Cook and stir for 1 minute or until thick. Remove from the heat; cool slightly. Add the butter and vanilla; cool completely. Spread between cake layers. Cut into squares; top with pie filling and whipped cream.