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Marquesote Salvadoreño

Cultural Context

Marquesote Salvadoreño is a beloved dessert in El Salvador, often enjoyed during festive occasions and family gatherings. This cake is characterized by its moist texture and rich chocolate flavor, making it a favorite among locals. Traditionally, it reflects the influence of Spanish baking, adapted with local ingredients. Today, it is enjoyed not only in Salvadoran homes but also by the diaspora, representing a sweet taste of home.

SalvadoranSVdessert
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 pound rice flour
12 eggs
2 cups sugar
cinnamon to taste
lemon juice
lemon zest

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil provides a dairy-free option while maintaining moisture.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk reduces calories and is a lactose-free alternative.

chocolate chips

🥗Healthier: dark chocolate

💰Cheaper: semi-sweet chocolate

Dark chocolate has less sugar and offers a richer flavor.

sugar

🥗Healthier: stevia

💰Cheaper: honey

Stevia is a low-calorie sweetener, while honey is often cheaper.

1

Preheat the oven to 350-360°F (175-180°C) for about 20 minutes before baking.

2

Separate the egg yolks from the egg whites.

3

Grease the baking molds with vegetable shortening or cooking spray.

4

Beat the egg whites at high speed until stiff peaks form.

5

Gradually add the egg yolks one at a time to the beaten egg whites while mixing at high speed.

6

Add sugar to the mixture after incorporating all the yolks.

7

Add a few drops of lemon juice and the lemon zest, using only the green part.

8

Slowly incorporate the rice flour at low speed.

9

Add the liquid from the boiled cinnamon and ground cinnamon to the mixture at low speed.

10

Pour the mixture into the greased molds and bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes.

11

Check for doneness; the marquésote should be lightly browned and soft.

Cooking Techniques

mixingbaking

Equipment Needed

baking moldselectric mixer

Spice Level:

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Dietary

gluten-free

Allergens

glutendairyeggs

Also Known As

MarquesoteSalvadoran Marquesote

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