Best 2 Sweet Potato Bebinca Recipes
**Indulge in the Sweet Symphony of Bebinca: A Culinary Journey Through Layers of Creamy Goodness**
Bebinca, a traditional Goan dessert, has captivated taste buds for centuries with its symphony of flavors and textures. This multi-layered cake, a testament to culinary artistry, beckons with its creamy custard filling sandwiched between delicate layers of crispy pastry. Embark on a delectable journey through three enticing variations of Bebinca - the Classic Bebinca, a timeless delight; the Sweet Potato Bebinca, where vibrant orange hues meet creamy indulgence; and the Bebinca Cake, a modern interpretation that harmonizes the essence of Bebinca with the grandeur of a celebratory cake. Each recipe unfolds a unique narrative, promising an explosion of flavors and a delightful textural contrast that will leave you spellbound.
SWEET POTATO BEBINCA
Bebinca is a traditional Goan dessert, an egg and coconut milk pudding popular during the holidays. This Sweet Potato Bebinca come from Nik Sharma's cookbook, Season, and this version is what he calls a "mock bebinca" that is fragrant with a touch of nutmeg.
Provided by Liren Baker
Categories Dessert
Time 2h
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F. Rinse the sweet potatoes to remove any dirt, pat them dry with paper towels, and poke several holes in them with a fork for the steam to escape. Put the potatoes in a baking dish or on a baking sheet lined with aluminum foil. Roast until completely tender, 35-45 minutes. Cool completely before handling. Peel the sweet potatoes, discard the skins, and puree the flesh in a food processor. Measure out 1 2/3 cups and set aside, saving the rest for another purpose. (The sweet potatoes may be roasted 1 day ahead and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator.) Reduce the oven temperature to 350°F.
- Line the bottom of a 9-inch round baking pan with 2-inch sides with parchment paper and grease lightly with butter. Put the pan on a baking sheet.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the cooled roasted sweet potato purée, eggs, jaggery, maple syrup, 6 tablespoons butter, nutmeg, turmeric, and salt until smooth. Add the coconut milk and flour and whisk until the mixture is smooth, with no visible streaks of flour.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and put the pan, still on the baking sheet, in the oven. Bake for 55-60 minutes, rotating the baking sheet halfway through. The pudding should be firm to the touch in the center and light golden brown around the edges. Remove from the oven, and cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. Wrap the pan with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 6 hours, and preferably overnight, to set.
- Once the bebinca has set, run a sharp knife around the edges of the pan, flip the pan onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, and tap gently to release. Peel the parchment off the top. Invert onto a serving dish, and peel off the second sheet of parchment paper.
- To serve, with a sharp, serrated knife, cut the chilled bebinca into wedges. Store the leftover bebinca, wrapped in plastic wrap, in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
SWEET POTATO BEBINCA
Adapted from Nik Sharma's first cookbook, "Season," this lightly sweet pudding cake is an ideal fall dessert - a far less stressful alternative to a more labored pie. Here Mr. Sharma riffs on a traditional dessert from the Indian state of Goa, using a base of coconut milk, eggs and sweet potatoes that are roasted and then puréed, perfumed with nutmeg. Though he sweetens the bebinca with jaggery or muscovado sugar, alternatives like panela or dark brown sugar work too; the addition of maple syrup is a distinctly American touch. (Mr. Sharma likes to make this for Thanksgiving.) Be sure to leave time for the bebinca to cool and set - at least 6 hours in the refrigerator, but preferably overnight.
Provided by Mayukh Sen
Categories cakes, custards and puddings, dessert
Time 8h30m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat the oven to 400 degrees. Rinse the sweet potatoes to remove any dirt, pat them dry with paper towels and poke several holes in them with a fork. Put the potatoes in a baking dish or on baking sheet lined with aluminum foil. Roast until completely tender, 35 to 45 minutes. Cool completely before handling. Peel the sweet potatoes, discard the skins, and purée the flesh in a food processor. Measure out 1 2/3 cups/400 grams and set aside, saving the rest for another purpose. (The sweet potatoes may be roasted 1 day ahead and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator.)
- Reduce the oven temperature to 350 degrees.
- Line the bottom of a 9-inch round baking pan with 2-inch sides with parchment paper and grease lightly with butter. Put the pan on a baking sheet. In a large bowl, whisk together the cooled sweet potato purée, melted butter, eggs, sugar, maple syrup, nutmeg, turmeric and salt until smooth. Add the coconut milk and flour and whisk until the mixture is smooth, with no visible streaks of flour.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and put the pan, still on the baking sheet, in the oven. Bake for 55 to 60 minutes, rotating the baking sheet halfway through. The pudding should be firm to the touch in the center and light golden brown around the edges. Remove from the oven and cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. Wrap the pan with plastic wrap and refrigerate to set for at least 6 hours, preferably overnight.
- Once the bebinca has set, run a sharp knife around the sides of the pan, flip the pan onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, and tap gently to release. Peel the parchment off the top. Invert onto a serving dish, and peel off the second sheet of parchment paper.
- To serve, use a sharp serrated knife to cut the chilled bebinca into wedges. Store the leftover bebinca, wrapped in plastic wrap, in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 450, UnsaturatedFat 5 grams, Carbohydrate 56 grams, Fat 23 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 8 grams, SaturatedFat 16 grams, Sodium 170 milligrams, Sugar 33 grams, TransFat 0 grams
Tips:
- To make the bebinca extra creamy, use full-fat coconut milk.
- If you don't have a traditional bebinca pan, you can use a regular baking dish. Just make sure it's at least 9 inches in diameter and 2 inches deep.
- To prevent the bebinca from sticking to the pan, grease it with butter or cooking spray before adding the batter.
- Bake the bebinca in a preheated oven to ensure that it cooks evenly.
- Don't overmix the batter, as this can make the bebinca tough.
- Keep an eye on the bebinca while it's baking, as it can brown quickly.
- Once the bebinca is done baking, let it cool completely before slicing and serving.
Conclusion:
Sweet potato bebinca is a delicious and festive dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its creamy texture, rich flavor, and beautiful presentation, it's sure to impress your guests. So next time you're looking for a special dessert to make, give sweet potato bebinca a try. You won't be disappointed!
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