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Purple Yam Flan Cake


  • Author: mia-harper
  • Total Time: 70 minutes
  • Yield: 10 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A stunning dessert combining creamy flan with the sweet, nutty flavor of purple yam (ube) for a showstopper cake.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup ube halaya (purple yam jam)
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 8 large eggs
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a round cake pan.
  2. In a saucepan, melt the sugar over medium heat until golden brown. Pour the caramel into the bottom of the greased cake pan.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine ube halaya, milk, heavy cream, eggs, and vanilla extract. Beat until smooth.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until combined.
  5. Pour the batter over the caramel in the pan. Set the pan in a larger baking dish filled with hot water. Bake for 40-50 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Allow the cake to cool at room temperature. Run a knife around the edges and flip onto a plate. Serve chilled.

Notes

For best taste, use fresh ube halaya. Make sure not to overmix the batter for a lighter texture.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Filipino

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 284
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 160mg