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Ube Leche Flan Cake

Heavenly Ube Leche Flan Cake: The Perfect Sweet Indulgence

Experience the delightful layers of Ube Leche Flan Cake, a vibrant Filipino dessert blending nostalgia and creativity.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Chilling Time 12 hours
Total Time 13 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Filipino
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Caramel
  • 200 g granulated sugar Creates a luscious sweetness and glossy finish.
Flan
  • 6 pieces egg yolks Provides rich creaminess.
  • 320 g condensed milk Adds sweetness to the flan.
  • 350 ml evaporated milk Lightens the flan.
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract Infuses flavor into the flan.
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt Balances the sweetness.
Cake
  • 3 pieces egg whites Whipped for light texture.
  • 1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar Stabilizes egg whites.
  • 60 g granulated sugar (cake batter) Sweetens the cake.
  • 3 pieces egg yolks (cake batter) Adds color and richness.
  • 40 ml vegetable oil Keeps cake moist.
  • 50 ml cold water Keeps the batter airy.
  • 1 tablespoon ube extract Provides flavor and color.
  • 100 g plain flour Composes the cake structure.
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder Helps the cake rise.
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt Enhances flavor.

Equipment

  • 8-inch round cake tin
  • Medium Saucepan
  • mixing bowls
  • electric mixer
  • Roasting tray

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and prepare the baking equipment.
  2. In a medium saucepan, heat the sugar until it melts and turns amber, then pour into the cake tin.
  3. Whisk together flan ingredients, strain, and pour over the caramel.
  4. Whip the egg whites with cream of tartar and sugar until stiff peaks form.
  5. Combine wet ingredients in another bowl and mix well.
  6. Sift and mix dry ingredients, then fold into the ube batter.
  7. Fold in egg whites gently, then layer over the flan layer.
  8. Prepare a water bath by placing the tin in a roasting tray filled with boiling water.
  9. Bake for 55 to 60 minutes, checking for doneness.
  10. Cool at room temperature, then refrigerate overnight.

Nutrition

Serving: 1slicesCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 8gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 130mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 35gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, chill the cake overnight and handle the caramel with care to avoid crystallization.

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