Ingredients and Weight:
- Buckwheat flour: 2 cups (250 grams)
- Sugar: 1 cup (200 grams)
- Unsalted butter: 100 grams (melted)
- Eggs: 4
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
- Baking powder: 1 teaspoon
- Salt: ½ teaspoon
- Milk: ½ cup (125 ml)
- Cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice: a pinch each (for seasoning)
- Raisins or other dried fruits: ½ cup (optional)
Preparation Time:
- Preparation: 20 minutes
- Cooking: 35-40 minutes
- Total: 55-60 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Combine buckwheat flour, baking powder, salt, and seasoning in a bowl.
- In another bowl, mix sugar and melted butter. Add eggs one by one and mix well. Add vanilla extract.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until combined. Add milk and stir.
- If using dried fruits like raisins, mix them into the batter.
- Pour the batter into a greased cake pan.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let cool and serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
Nutritional Information: (per serving, assuming the cake is cut into 8 pieces)
Calories: 350 kcal
Fat: 14g
Carbohydrates: 56g
Protein: 6g
Fiber: 3g (approx.)
Dish Characteristics:
- Unique flavor combination of buckwheat with traditional baking spices like cinnamon and nutmeg.
- Rich and dense texture with a slight crunch from the buckwheat flour.
- Great for those who enjoy trying new flavors and those who appreciate a slightly different texture in cakes.
User Comments:
- "The flavor was unique and really interesting. The buckwheat gave it a nice crunch." - John Doe
- "I loved the combination of traditional baking spices with the buckwheat. It was a pleasant surprise." - Jane Smith
- "The texture was really interesting and different from regular cakes I've tried." - Alice Johnson
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure to use fresh ingredients for best results.
- Adjust seasoning according to personal preference. If you like more of a certain spice, add more! Experiment to find your perfect flavor profile.
