Yema cake
Yema cake is a Filipino dessert that consists of a soft and moist chiffon cake layered with yema filling. Yema is a sweet custard-like filling made from condensed milk and egg yolks, giving it a rich and creamy texture. The cake is typically topped with a thin layer of buttercream frosting and sprinkled with grated cheese for an extra savory touch.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 large eggs separated
- ⅓ cup milk
For the Yema Filling:
- 1 can condensed milk (14 ounces)
- 4 egg yolks
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
For the Frosting:
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a mixing bowl, sift the flour and baking powder together. Set aside.
- In a separate bowl, cream together the sugar, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and egg yolks until well combined and creamy.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the egg yolk mixture, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined and smooth.
- In another clean bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the beaten egg whites into the cake batter until well incorporated.
- Pour the batter into the greased cake pan and spread it evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- While the cake is baking, prepare the yema filling. In a saucepan, combine the condensed milk, egg yolks, and butter over low heat. Stir continuously until the mixture thickens and becomes a sticky custard-like consistency. Remove from heat and let it cool.
- Once the cake is done baking, remove it from the oven and let it cool completely. Once cooled, slice the cake horizontally into two equal layers.
- Spread the yema filling evenly on top of one cake layer, then place the other layer on top.
- For the frosting, beat the softened butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract together until light and fluffy. Frost the top and sides of the cake with the buttercream frosting.
- Feel free to decorate the cake with grated cheese or any other toppings of your choice.
Disclaimer
Some parts of recipe maybe AI-generated.
Nutrition
Calories: 435kcal (22%)Carbohydrates: 66g (22%)Protein: 10g (20%)Fat: 21g (32%)Saturated Fat: 12g (75%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 209mg (70%)Sodium: 164mg (7%)Potassium: 240mg (7%)Fiber: 1g (4%)Sugar: 36g (40%)Vitamin A: 746IU (15%)Vitamin C: 1mg (1%)Calcium: 204mg (20%)Iron: 2mg (11%)
Disclaimer
Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.
