Something needs to be said about ube Swiss meringue buttercream. Hi Judith, do you mean the cake releases from the pan easily? I’m Sanna from Woman Scribbles and this is my first time to contribute here at Kawaling Pinoy. Just remember that the amount of ube extract to add is up to you. Hi Anna, I think you can. It didn’t have a nice structure. (416) 877-0171. Did you make ube cake? The ube has me intrigued also. It is also wonderful with a dollop of sweetened whipped cream or a scoop of ice cream! Thanks! And like chiffon cakes, you beat the egg whites separately until stiff. That’s great What you don’t want happening is the cake getting stuck in the pan. This was a labor of love I must say. That being said, I don’t own an aluminum tube pan. Hi Marissa! Its light cake base and creamy topping make for a delectable contrast of flavors and textures. It’s a relative of the sweet potato. Hope you get to try the recipe . Easy and Delicious Recipes for the Home Baker! Thanks for the great recipe! Hope you can advise type and brand, as well as recipe deviations in case this is used. She’s crazy about purple and if it turns out good, she will be happy, Nice! Add cream of tartar and continue to whip on low speed. The cake is so beautiful and looks so yummy, I’m very intrigued by this whole ‘ube’ think. Homemade ube halaya sounds wonderful (it’s really hard to find ube halaya here so making homemade jam is kinda out of the question for me). WOW, this cake looks so good and I love your photography too! And, I think 9-inch pan will be enough. Purple is my favorite color! I don’t think I’ve ever seen purple yams around here but I have seen ube jam in Asian supermarkets. Gradually add 3/4 cup sugar into egg whites until you reach stiff peaks. Have fun baking! 3 8×2-inch round pans hold about 18 cups of batter while 2 10×2-inch round pans can hold about 20. amzn_assoc_ad_mode = "manual"; Mix together 3/4 cup milk and 1 teaspoon vanilla; gradually blend … ), Filed Under: Cakes, Pies & Tarts, Filipino Cuisine, Filipino Desserts, Recipes. This cake looks absolutely delicious!!!! Do you have an approximation of the prep time for the cake? I must admit, it is very difficult for me to describe how ube tastes like because it’s so unique it doesn’t taste like anything. After that, it will start to dry out and get stale. Thanks to its unique flavor and gorgeous lavender color, the ube has now caught on in the United States, especially in the form of various desserts. Hi Fama. Unfortunately, much of the color is artificial. You’re decorating is fab. Good luck! She loves ube!!! Chiffon cakes are generally made with flour, eggs, sugar, and oil. Hi Meghan, some readers opt for ube powder. Mix until just combined. It contains pigments that gives its violet color. (718) 335-1150. I bet it tastes as good as it looks. this cake looks absolutely delicious! Remove cake from pan. I’m sure it will be a process to find the right ingredients. Baker, cake maker, and cocktail shaker. Ube is the Filipino word for purple yam. Oct 31, 2019 - Explore Michelle Bacud's board "Ube macapuno cake recipe" on Pinterest. First, the batter might be too much for your bundt pan. Oh man, the fourth quarter…fun times lol! Notify me via e-mail if anyone answers my comment. HI! Thans Fatima! And +1 on purple, such a happy colour! I can’t vouch for specific brands, hope they’re good! it was heavier than it would have been, definitely not chiffon lightness but still not as heavy as a pound cake, whipping the eggwhites definitely helped it. Hi Paolo, that’s very sweet of you! I haven’t heard of ube but the cake looks amazing and I would love to try it! I’d love to taste Ube jam sometime. Even the name intrigues me. Please see PRIVACY POLICY for more details. Immediately invert cake pan. I have an 11×17 pan that I was planning on using, instead of making a tiered cake — but I’m not sure if it will bake properly. Hello to Kim! This looks amazing. I am super jealour of the person who got to eat it :p. I have never heard of a ube cake but it looks and sound delicious. Mix until thick and smooth. Place the rolled cake on a cake tray. It’s definitely something that I would serve during the Holidays. Fresh or frozen ube adds additional moisture that will throw off batter off balance. It’ll help you bake at the right temperature every time. 65-02 Roosevelt Ave. … the conversion from US customary to metric is wrong on the flour. ube cheesecake with coconut cookie crust and coconut whipped cream, recipe on how to make basic Swiss meringue buttercream, https://theunlikelybaker.com/ube-cupcakes-recipe-video/, https://food52.com/blog/13239-how-to-make-your-baking-recipe-fit-your-pan-size, https://www.thekitchn.com/heres-how-to-convert-a-cake-recipe-to-make-cupcakes-instead-tips-from-the-kitchn-219545, http://dish.allrecipes.com/high-altitude-cake-baking/. Also, what kind of food colour is best to use to achieve a vibrant purple for the cake. Can I half the recipe for smaller version? Wow that cake is beautiful! I’m definitely liking the look of the cake and it’s always fun trying out traditional food from different cultures. Unfortunately, you can’t substitute vanilla extract for ube extract. In a smaller bowl, combine 2 teaspoons ube extract, 1/2 cup vegetable oil and 1/2 cup milk. Classically trained pastry chef. When are you going back to Manila? I apologize for the awful job I’ve done of describing how it tastes like however, hope you believe me when I say it is absolutely delightful. 300 Steeles Avenue W. “Always no Halo- Halo, I … After whites are foamy, increase speed and slowly add granulated sugar about one tablespoon at a time. Ube cake (or Filipino purple yam cake) is unlike any cake you’ve had before. I found frozen ube in the asian supermarket. It largely depends on how big you slice the cake. Do you think this would work as an ube roll with the meringue rolled up in the middle? These pans allow the cake to stick and rise along the sides. So excited to make this again. I found a ube halaya on jar. Just that it’s delicious Thanks Rose! Then you fold your cake batter into your egg whites. Wow! Does that make sense? professional two piece 9.5 inch angel food cake pan, commercial aluminum two piece angel food cake pan, Banana Pumpkin Bread with Figs and Pecans, Brown Butter Chocolate Chunk Cookies with hazelnut & sea salt, Champorado (Filipino Chocolate Rice Porridge). Using a hand mixer is fine, it would just take a longer. Haha thanks Liz! READ MORE. In another large bowl, using a handheld electric mixer, beat egg yolks while gradually adding 1/3 cup sugar until the mixture is light yellow (about 7 minutes on medium-high speed). I have never even tried purple yams, Thanks Janella! Hiya! I’m so excited to share my baking adventures and I can't wait to get to know you all. I’m working on a new ube cake recipe that uses frozen ube. Sep 12, 2019 - Explore Sylvia Archuleta's board "Ube roll cake recipe" on Pinterest. so divine!!!! So your cake will be wider but thinner. LOL! I usually frost my cakes when they are completely cool, otherwise the frosting will melt off the cake. Thanks Tiina! Try out one of these … Once all the sugar has been added, increase speed until whites have reached stiff peaks. I'm Jolina and I'm definitely a late bloomer, a thoroughly unexpected baker. Please send some pieces to me. Whoah, I don’t think I’ve ever seen a more gorgeous cake! Powdered purple yam is simply dehydrated purple yam. See Terms of Use for more information. We have an Asian supermarket around the corner so I am going to check it out. Hi Maureen! First, it tasted great! A foodie list is so important isn’t it? So how about it? The light and airy purple yam cake layers are filled with a ube halaya (purple yam + condense milk) buttercream … I mean, I had to let go of my last ube jam tub so I might have cried a little teehee. After all, a lot of ube cakes are also made with macapuno, which is coconut. They are not all created equal! Do you want to improve your food photography, monetize your blog or start your very own food blog? See more ideas about ube macapuno cake recipe, ube, cake recipes. Hi Cindy, it means 1 batch of the recipe. I wanted to try out this recipe. Hi Jackie. What a gorgeous looking cake! (416) 291-2122. Purple is such a happy colour isn’t it? You can find ube extract in Asian supermarkets. Egg whites whip stronger bonds at room temperature. Hi Jojo! Hope your Filipino friends get you ube cake one of these days! I’m looking to make this cake for my boyfriend’s birthday. We’ve been getting a lot of questions about ube powder . Using a stand mixer with the whisk attachment (or your handheld electric mixer - making sure that the beaters are clean, dry and grease-free), beat the 8 egg whites on medium-high speed until they start to get foamy. Hi Maniecel. Hi Caroline! Find me on Facebook,  Pinterest,  Instagram,  Twitter and  Flipboard. amzn_assoc_region = "US"; That’s what I used , I’m trying this for my sister’s birthday. I use all the meringue. Let me know how it goes! See more ideas about Ube, Cake recipes, Ube recipes. Hi G. Sorry to hear the cake didn’t work turn out well for you. Enjoy! I say go for it! So happy to hear that! Hope you and your daughter like the cake. I made this cake and loved it. Why don’t ya send me a slice so I can taste test this ube thing Happy Monday, Jolina . Hi Fen, I have an ube cupcake recipe you might want to try: https://theunlikelybaker.com/ube-cupcakes-recipe-video/, Hi, is it possible to not use ube extract in the cake? Hi Abbie. Unfortunately I haven’t worked with grated ube before so I don’t know how to incorporate it into my baking. Ube cakes are technically chiffon cakes that taste like ube but this version, while still soft, is much denser, I’m thinking because of the jam which was very thick. I (and others) have had a lot of success with the recipe and it’s one of our favourites. Check the comments to see how they used it. Then fold your cake batter into the meringue in thirds until incorporated. The purple colour is to die for. OMG this looks awesome! Also, note that you will have excess batter if you’re only using 2 instead of 3 pans. Oh my goodness, this cake is stunning, Jolina! hi there. Can I use 1 8×4 pan only and Cut into half after? Hope you’re having an awesome week! Have you tried ube before? What a simple cake with such beautiful detail! While it is easy to make from scratch at home, I prefer to simply buy the jarred versions sold at Asian supermarkets. I hope you eventually eat it though? There are 2 challenges here. I loved eating it. Swiss meringue buttercream is my favourite frosting to make (I used it for my Rainbow Cake and for these Salted Caramel Cupcakes). Read all about in her story in our separate blog post. See Terms of Use for more information.]. The buttercream tasted only like butter. Thank you!! Thanks Chelley! I do hope you find a nice ube jam brand. Things are going well! Thank you! Looks like a yummy cake and this is so satisfying! I can’t say for certain as I haven’t tried though. I am so impressed with the color of this cake What a unique flavor combination. I hope to share that in December (or January, at the latest). Learn how your comment data is processed. Looking for more Filipino desserts to try? As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Just a quick question—the cake batter in the recipe is already good for the 3 baking pans, right? *DO NOT OVERMIX, otherwise the egg whites will deflate. Not as sweet as American buttercream, it is also more forgiving IMO. What can i substitute with the ube powder? It was the first time any of us had had ube and I wasn’t sure we’d like it. I’ve never really thought of that, I’m afraid I have no experience in high altitude baking. Hi! I could not find ube extract, Will vanilla work? They would be so surprised to hear you ask about ube (pronounced as ooh-be BTW!). The whipped egg whites provides the cake with much of its leavening, with the help of a tiny bit of baking powder. Bake for 45-50 minutes until toothpick inserted near center of cake comes out clean and top of cake springs back when touched. Practice patience and allow the cake to cool before unmolding or slicing. I have this professional two piece 9.5 inch angel food cake pan by Chicago Metallic. Hi Ann, please note this recipe uses cake flour and not all purpose flour. Or do I have to multiply by 3? Thank you Tania I have no idea if you have Asian supermarkets there? I love the lilac colour and the decorating. My oven can fit only 1 pan, Hi Zara! Thanks for the tip Kate! While they are both baked in the same pan and both get their airy texture from egg whites, their similarities end there. You may need to adjust the sugar content depending on the kind of ube jam you find. I would love to bake this, and I’m sure I’d just stare at it for a long time. Wow, I’ve finally found what I’ve been looking for. In a large bowl, whisk 2 large eggs, 1/2 cup sugar and 1/2 cup canola oil until combined. I didn’t realize the mistake until I got home. Absolutely! The best post as seen last time. Best Ube Halaya Recipe A well-known dessert in the Philippines that is made of taro fruit. It looks devine and mouth watering. How many people does it feed?? The cake had great flavor. To turn the cake to its top side again, position another parchment paper on top, followed by another baking pan. My recent trip to the Asian market prompted me to buy some Korean yams, thinking they were purple yams. Note that I haven’t measured the batter in this recipe myself. Teehee. Hi Maria, baking time will always change when you change pan sizes so best to check at the halfway point. I actually have a recipe for ube cupcakes: https://theunlikelybaker.com/ube-cupcakes-recipe-video/. It’s made into all sorts of treats like ice cream, candy, rice cakes and, my personal favourite, jam. The Best Ideas for Ube Cake Recipe is just one of my favorite points to prepare with. It is a cooked dish made from boiled mashed purple yam, milk (usually sweetened condensed milk and coconut milk, butter, and a generous among of sugar. And the result was an ube cake that’s bursting with ube flavour I could cry. Mouthwatering cake , perfect for dessert. Hi Kaila, I don’t recommend adding more ube jam to the cake batter. It is too gorgeous to be real! What am I doing wrong? This prevents the cake from collapsing as it cools to room temperature. Congrats <3 Love everything about it! Perhaps it would rise higher and fluffier in an aluminum pan, but I’m satisfied with my current results. Hi, I’ve tried making the cake twice and both times the cake dropped on the cooling rack when I inverted them. Whip until the flavour is fully incorporated and the buttercream is evenly coloured. The Best Ideas for Ube Cake Recipe. If you can’t find ube jam, you can probably use frozen grated ube or ube powder that you’d need to rehydrate. I always have a foodie list when I travel too! Hi! I tried this cake and it turned out terrible. 249. Sift together all … And just look at this cake!! What do i leave out if I add the grated ube? Thanks for sharing! Can you let me know which asian supermarket you found and bought the the extract from. I want to subscribe so I don't miss a recipe. Hi, How many slices does this yield? This is an absolutely gorgeous cake! It’s easier to make than you think. Do you mean the ube extract from McCormick? Hello! Tnk u. Hi Ana, this recipe doesn’t use ube powder. Hi Seb. As to keeping it moist, a lot of factors can affect that though I would start with oven temperature. Ube extract is artificial and the exact brand I use is linked on the post. Smaller bowl, whip egg whites provides the cake mixture mixture if foamy like freshly poured beer macaron... 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