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Vietnamese Honeycomb Cake

Delicious Vietnamese Honeycomb Cake You’ll Love to Make

Explore the delightful flavors of Vietnamese Honeycomb Cake, a gluten-free and dairy-free dessert that captivates with its unique honeycomb texture and fragrant pandan essence.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Vietnamese
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 14 ounces Coconut Milk opt for full-fat for the best flavor
  • 10 pieces Pandan Leaves or substitute with 1 tsp of pandan extract
  • 5 large Eggs use large for an airy cake
  • 1.33 cups Granulated Sugar adjust to taste
  • 0.5 teaspoons Pandan Extract if using leaves, only use 0.5 tsp; double if using extract
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1.5 cups Tapioca Starch do not substitute
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Powder check freshness
  • 1 pinch Salt balances sweetness
For Serving (Optional)
  • Fresh Fruits mango or berries preferred
  • Coconut Ice Cream pairs beautifully

Equipment

  • Bundt pan
  • Blender
  • mixing bowl
  • Fine sieve

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C). Place a bundt pan inside the oven to warm for about 10 minutes.
  2. In a blender, combine 14 ounces of coconut milk with 10 pandan leaves, blending until smooth. Strain the mixture through a fine sieve into a bowl.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the strained coconut mixture, 5 large eggs, and 1.33 cups of granulated sugar until smooth.
  4. Stir in 0.5 teaspoons of pandan extract and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract into the wet ingredients.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1.5 cups of tapioca starch, 1 tablespoon of baking powder, and a pinch of salt. Carefully fold this mixture into the wet ingredients until just combined.
  6. Pour the batter into the warm bundt pan and bake for 50-55 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Once baked, cool the cake in the pan for about 10 minutes, then invert onto a wire rack and cool completely for another 60 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 230mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 60mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure to strain the coconut mixture for a smooth texture. Adjust sugar levels as per your preference.

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