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Hong Kong Style Paper Wrapped Cake
Hong Kong Style Paper Wrapped Cake
Hong Kong Style Paper Wrapped Cake, also known as “ma lai go” or “malay cake,” is a popular traditional Chinese steamed sponge cake. It is typically made with ingredients like flour, sugar, eggs, and baking powder, resulting in a soft, moist, and slightly sweet cake. The cake is often steamed in small paper cups, giving it a unique shape and texture.
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 3 eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/4 tablespoon vanilla extract
- Paper cupcake liners or parchment paper squares
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs and sugar until well combined.
- Add in the milk and vanilla extract, and continue to mix.
- Sift in the flour and baking powder, stirring until the batter is smooth and free of lumps.
- Place paper cupcake liners or parchment paper squares into a steamer tray or muffin tin.
- Pour the batter into each paper cup, filling them about 3/4 full.
- Steam the cakes over high heat for about 15-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Once cooked, remove the cakes from the steamer and let them cool slightly before serving.
- Enjoy!
Disclaimer
Some parts of recipe maybe AI-generated.
Nutrition
Calories: 277kcal (14%)Carbohydrates: 51g (17%)Protein: 8g (16%)Fat: 5g (8%)Saturated Fat: 2g (13%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 126mg (42%)Sodium: 165mg (7%)Potassium: 126mg (4%)Fiber: 1g (4%)Sugar: 27g (30%)Vitamin A: 228IU (5%)Calcium: 120mg (12%)Iron: 2mg (11%)
Disclaimer
Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.
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