Ube Purple Cake
Ube Purple Cake is a delightful dessert that blends the unique flavors of ube, a vibrant purple yam, with the creamy essence of coconut milk and a touch of vanilla. This soft and moist cake is not only visually stunning but also packed with flavor, making it perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or simply satisfying your sweet tooth any day of the week. Whether adorned with frosting or enjoyed plain, each slice promises a taste of joy that will leave everyone coming back for more.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Filipino
Ingredients
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- 1 cup ube powder
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
- ½ cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two round cake pans and line them with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together ube powder, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat eggs and coconut milk until fluffy. Gradually mix into the dry ingredients until well combined.
- Pour the batter evenly into prepared pans and smooth the tops.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool in pans for ten minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- For frosting, beat softened butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla until smooth. Frost cooled cakes generously.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: - Use room temperature ingredients for better mixing. - Experiment with different frostings like cream cheese or chocolate ganache for added flavor. - Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.