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Fluffy Ube Buns with Sweet Coconut

Fluffy Ube Buns with Sweet Coconut: A Tropical Delight

This Fluffy Ube Buns with Sweet Coconut is a delightful treat, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 10 buns
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 cup Hazelnuts Can substitute with almonds or walnuts.
  • 8 ounces Dark Chocolate Can substitute with semi-sweet chocolate.
  • ½ cup Butter Unsalted butter preferred, margarine can be used.
  • 1 cup Sugar Brown sugar adds depth, coconut sugar can provide a unique flavor.
  • 4 large Eggs Use flax eggs for a vegan version.
  • 1 ½ cups Flour A gluten-free flour blend can be used.
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder Ensure it's fresh for proper leavening.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Can replace with almond extract for a different flavor.
For the Ganache (Optional)
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Can substitute with coconut cream for dairy-free.
  • 8 ounces Milk Chocolate Can use milk chocolate for a sweeter ganache.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • Spatula
  • Cake pans
  • whisk
  • electric mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your cake pans.
  2. Toast approximately 1 cup of hazelnuts in a skillet for 5-7 minutes.
  3. Melt 8 ounces of dark chocolate and ½ cup of butter using a double boiler.
  4. Beat 4 large eggs and 1 cup of sugar for about 5-7 minutes until pale and fluffy.
  5. Fold the cooled chocolate mixture into the egg and sugar mixture and add 1 teaspoon of vanilla.
  6. Sift together 1 ½ cups of flour and 2 teaspoons of baking powder; fold into the wet ingredients.
  7. Divide the batter between prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes.
  8. Cool cakes briefly, then layer with ganache or frosting.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 6gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. Refrigerate for up to a week or freeze for up to 3 months.

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