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Preparation
15 minutes
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Cooking
30 minutes
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Difficulty
Medium
As a traditional cake dish from Hawaii, Haupia coconut cake is not only favored for its chewy texture and irresistibly delicious flavor, but the recipe for this specialty is also incredibly simple. Today, the In the kitchen section of TasteVN will show you how to make delicious Haupia cake with authentic flavor!
Ingredients for Haupia Coconut Cake For 4 people
Thick coconut milk 750 ml Cornstarch 50 gr Granulated sugar 90 gr Powdered whipping cream 40 gr Cold fresh milk 90 ml Food coloring A little Salt 1/4 teaspoon Vanilla 1/2 teaspoon Dried coconut 20 gr
What is Haupia Coconut Cake? Origin of Haupia Cake
- Haupia is a traditional sweet cake, a famous specialty, very popular in Hawaii.
- With main ingredients such as: corn starch, coconut milk, sugar,… Haupia brings a natural sweetness along with a chewy, smooth texture, making it very suitable for making dessert or snack.
- It is known that Haupia cake appeared when the people of Hawaii learned to use coconut as an ingredient in their daily recipes.
- After World War I, this type of cake gradually became popular and was used as a perfect white cake in wedding parties.
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How to Make Haupia Coconut Cake
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Stir the coconut milk mixture
Prepare a small pot, add 90g of white sugar, 50g of corn starch, 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla, 1/4 teaspoon of salt, then slowly pour 750ml of thick coconut milk into it.
Use a whisk to beat thoroughly so that the ingredients blend together.
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Simmer the coconut milk mixture
After stirring the coconut milk mixture, place the pot on the stove and simmer the mixture over low heat for about 8 – 10 minutes. Next, use a ladle to stir the mixture until you see it boil and thicken, then turn off the heat and remove the pot.
Pour the coconut milk mixture into about 2/3 of a square glass mold, then cover it with a clean cloth and place it in the refrigerator for about 1 hour.
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Whipping the cream mixture
First, prepare a bowl and add 40g of powdered whipping cream into it. Next, pour in 90ml of cold fresh milk (you can substitute with coconut milk or cold water) and use a spoon to whip the mixture evenly.
Whip until the cream mixture thickens and becomes soft. Finally, add a bit of food coloring and stir well for about 1 – 2 minutes to complete the cream mixture.
Tip: If you have liquid whipping cream, you can substitute it for this mixture. For powdered whipping cream, you need to whip it with cold fresh milk or cold water.
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Pour into the mold and shape the cake
Take the mold containing the coconut cream mixture out of the refrigerator. Then, pour the whipped cream into it. Use a flat spatula to spread the whipped cream evenly to the sides, then roll it to make the surface of the cake flat and smooth.
Next, place the cake mold in the freezer for about 1 hour to allow the whipped cream to set.
Finally, take it out, sprinkle an additional 20g of dried coconut on top, use a knife to cut the cake into bite-sized squares, and get ready to enjoy!
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Final product
The Haupia coconut cake has 2 layers that look really eye-catching. The top layer of whipped cream is a vibrant green color, while the coconut base layer below is a pure white. When eaten, you can taste the delicious sweetness and natural creaminess blended together in the chewy, irresistible pieces of cake.
Tips for successful execution and cake storage
Tips for successful execution
- To ensure the cake has the right taste, you should measure the ingredients accurately as suggested in the article! As for the coconut milk mixture, you can adjust the amount of sugar according to your taste.
- To prevent the coconut milk mixture from drying out, you should cover it with a clean cloth before placing it in the refrigerator.
- After whipping the fresh cream, you should pour it into the mold immediately; do not leave it too long or the cream will melt!
How to store the cake
- You should place the cake in a food container, then store the cake in the refrigerator refrigerator. With this method, the cake will last for 4 – 5 days.
- If you do not have a refrigerator, you can keep the cake in a box, seal it tightly, and place it in a cool, dry place away from sunlight. This method can preserve the cake for about 2 – 3 days.
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So TasteVN has just finished guiding the recipe for the easy and delicious Haupia coconut cake. Wishing you success in making it and having a delicious cake for your family!
*Reference the recipe and images from the Youtube channel: Vinastar Channel
