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lunar new year cake

Lunar New Year Cake: 7 Steps to Joyful Tradition


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Yield: 1 cake 1x
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

Lunar New Year Cake is a traditional treat enjoyed during the Lunar New Year, symbolizing good luck and prosperity.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups glutinous rice flour
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 cup coconut milk
  • 1/2 cup red bean paste
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • Banana leaves for lining

Instructions

  1. Prepare a steaming pot with water.
  2. Mix glutinous rice flour, sugar, water, coconut milk, and salt in a bowl.
  3. Grease a cake pan with oil and line it with banana leaves.
  4. Pour half of the batter into the pan.
  5. Add a layer of red bean paste over the batter.
  6. Pour the remaining batter on top.
  7. Cover the pan with banana leaves.
  8. Steam for about 45 minutes.
  9. Let it cool before serving.

Notes

  • Ensure the cake is fully cooked by checking with a toothpick.
  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to a week.
  • Serve with tea for a traditional experience.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Steaming
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 200
  • Sugar: 15g
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 1g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: lunar new year cake, traditional dessert, steamed cake