CHINESE FIVE-SPICE GINGER CAKE

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The exotic Asian flavor will surprise everyone's taste buds. I tried a similar cake when I was living in the US. It is definitely an interesting use of the Chinese five-spice! I make this cake based on my tasting memory, and I added in some ingredients that I consider will go well with it.

Provided by Jiji. Wanderlust

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Spice Cake Recipes

Time 2h35m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
¼ cup chopped crystallized ginger
1 ½ tablespoons grated orange zest
4 teaspoons baking powder
1 ½ teaspoons Chinese five-spice powder
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup unsweetened applesauce
½ cup brewed black tea
2 eggs
½ cup white sugar
2 tablespoons white sugar
¼ cup sunflower seed oil
½ tablespoon ground turmeric, or to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan and line it with parchment paper.
  • Mix flour, ginger, baking powder, orange zest, baking powder, five-spice, and salt together.
  • Mix applesauce and tea together in a separate bowl.
  • Beat eggs with 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar in a large bowl with an electric mixer until very fluffy and light. Pour in oil gradually and beat on medium speed until combined. Alternate adding the flour and applesauce mixtures, mixing just until combined. Pour batter into the prepared pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 60 minutes.
  • Remove from the oven and let cool for 30 minutes. Place a wire rack over the cake pan and flip to release cake onto the rack. Let cool completely, at least 45 minutes.
  • Cut parchment paper into any shapes you like to act as stencils. Brush lightly with water and stick them over the surface of the cake. Gently sprinkle turmeric around the shapes. Carefully lift up stencils.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 168 calories, Carbohydrate 27.4 g, Cholesterol 31 mg, Fat 5.6 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 2.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 273.4 mg, Sugar 13.3 g

mita sultana
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This cake is free of gluten, dairy, eggs, and nuts, making it a great option for those with food allergies.


Qazi Fayazafridi
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This cake is perfect for special occasions. It's beautiful and delicious, and it's sure to impress your guests.


Rod L
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This cake was a hit with my whole family! Even my picky kids loved it. It's a great recipe for a family dessert.


Awais Rajput
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This cake is very budget-friendly. I was able to make it for less than $10. It's a great recipe for those on a tight budget.


Ackerley Reed
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This cake was so quick and easy to make! I had it in the oven in less than 30 minutes. It's a great recipe for busy weeknights.


lorraine Wilson
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I made this cake Whole30-compliant by using almond flour, coconut flour, and maple syrup, and it was delicious! The cake was moist and flavorful, and it had a perfect balance of sweetness and spice.


Fahad hussain Fahad
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I made this cake paleo by using almond flour, coconut flour, and honey, and it was fantastic! The cake was moist and flavorful, and it had a slightly chewy texture.


Hafeez ibrhm
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I made this cake keto by using almond flour, coconut flour, and erythritol, and it was amazing! The cake was light and fluffy, and it had a perfect balance of sweetness and spice.


Saba Sais
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I made this cake low-carb by using almond flour and coconut sugar, and it was still delicious! The cake was dense and moist, and it had a slightly nutty flavor.


Aleem Hicks
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I made this cake vegan by using almond milk and flax eggs, and it turned out great! The cake was moist and flavorful, and it had a beautiful golden brown crust.


Raxma Capdi
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I'm gluten-free, so I was thrilled to find this recipe. The cake was just as good as the traditional version, and it was so easy to make. I'll definitely be making this again!


Bingolotto
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This was my first time baking a Chinese five-spice ginger cake, and it turned out perfectly! The recipe was easy to follow and the cake was delicious. I'll definitely be making this again.


Sarwar Mengal
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I love ginger, so this cake was right up my alley. The ginger flavor was strong and spicy, but not overpowering. The cake was also very moist and fluffy.


TOXIC GAMING MODS
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I'm a big fan of Chinese five-spice powder, so I was excited to try this recipe. It didn't disappoint! The cake was moist and flavorful, with just the right amount of spice.


Kabiito Ivan
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This cake was a hit at my last dinner party! The combination of ginger and five-spice powder gave it a unique and delicious flavor. Everyone raved about it.