Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup glutinous rice flour
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 4 eggs
- 1/4 cup pandan juice
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tsp baking powder
Special equipment needed:
- Stand mixer or hand mixer
- Mixing bowls
- 8-inch cake pan
- Steamer
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a mixing bowl, combine glutinous rice flour, all-purpose flour, salt, and baking powder. Mix well and set aside.
2. In another mixing bowl, beat eggs and sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add coconut milk and pandan juice to the egg mixture. Mix well.
4. Gradually add the flour mixture to the egg mixture while mixing continuously until well combined.
5. Pour the batter into a greased 8-inch cake pan.
6. Steam the cake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
7. Remove from the steamer and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing.
Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 30-35 minutes
Temperature:
Steamer temperature: Medium-high heat
Serving size:
8-10 servings
Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 215
Total fat: 6g
Saturated fat: 5g
Cholesterol: 70mg
Sodium: 130mg
Total carbohydrates: 37g
Dietary fiber: 1g
Sugar: 20g
Protein: 4g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Glutinous rice flour can be substituted with regular rice flour or cornstarch.
- Pandan juice can be substituted with pandan extract or green food coloring.
Variations:
- Add grated coconut to the batter for a more textured cake.
- Use different flavors of juice or extract such as strawberry or vanilla.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to grease the cake pan well to prevent the cake from sticking.
- Do not overmix the batter to avoid a tough cake.
- Use freshly squeezed pandan juice for the best flavor.
Storage instructions:
Store the cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
Reheat the cake in the steamer for a few minutes until warm.
Presentation ideas:
Serve the cake on a cake stand or plate and garnish with fresh pandan leaves or grated coconut.
Garnishes:
Fresh pandan leaves, grated coconut, or sliced fruits.
Pairings:
Serve with a cup of hot tea or coffee.
Suggested side dishes:
Fresh fruits or a side salad.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the cake is too dry, add a little more coconut milk to the batter.
- If the cake is too wet, reduce the amount of liquid in the batter.
Food safety advice:
Make sure to cook the cake thoroughly to avoid any foodborne illnesses.
Food history:
Bolu Beras Pandan is a traditional Indonesian cake that is commonly served during special occasions such as weddings and religious ceremonies.
Flavor profiles:
The cake has a sweet and nutty flavor from the coconut milk and pandan juice.
Serving suggestions:
Serve the cake as a dessert or snack.
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Region: Indonesian