Ingredients and Weight:
- All-purpose flour: 1 1/2 cups (187.5g)
- Granulated sugar: 1 cup (200g)
- Baking powder: 2 teaspoons (10g)
- Salt: 1/4 teaspoon (1.25g)
- Pandan extract: 1 teaspoon (5mL)
- Green food coloring (optional): a few drops
- Vegetable oil: 1/2 cup (120mL)
- Eggs: 4 large
- Egg whites: 4 large
- Cream of tartar: 1/4 teaspoon (1.25g)
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Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 10-inch (25cm) tube pan.
- Sift together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together pandan extract, green food coloring (if using), oil, and eggs.
- Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
- In a clean bowl, beat egg whites and cream of tartar until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold egg whites into the batter until just combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Invert cake onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 250 per serving
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Protein: 5g
Dish Characteristics:
- Light and fluffy texture
- Delicate pandan flavor
- Vibrant green color (optional)
User Comments:
- "This cake was an absolute delight! The pandan flavor was so unique and refreshing."
- "The texture was perfect, it melted in my mouth."
- "I loved the vibrant green color, it made a beautiful presentation."
- "Even my picky eaters couldn't resist!"
- "I can't wait to make this again, it's definitely a new favorite."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- For a more intense pandan flavor, use 2 teaspoons of pandan extract.
- To enhance the green color, add a drop or two of green food coloring to the batter.
- Do not overmix the batter, as this will result in a dense cake.
- Make sure to grease and flour the pan thoroughly to prevent the cake from sticking.
