Description
A delicate dessert featuring the nutty sweetness of taro and vibrant ube, resulting in a light and airy cake perfect for celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (sifted)
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened to room temperature)
- 4 large eggs (room temperature)
- ½ cup taro puree (can be homemade or store-bought)
- ½ cup ube puree (can be homemade or store-bought)
- 1 cup heavy cream (chilled)
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Ube flakes or dried taro (for garnishing)
- Fresh mint leaves (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 8-inch round cake pans.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- Cream the softened butter with granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Fold in the taro and ube purees until just combined.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, folding gently.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes.
- Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- Whisk the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla until soft peaks form.
- Layer the cakes with creamy sauce and garnish with ube flakes and mint leaves.
Notes
For best texture, ensure all ingredients are at room temperature. Use high-quality purees for optimal flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 85mg