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Pandan Honeycomb Cake

Cultural Context

Pandan Honeycomb Cake, or Bánh Bò, hails from Vietnam and is cherished for its unique texture and vibrant green color derived from pandan leaves. Traditionally served during celebrations, this cake symbolizes prosperity and is often enjoyed with family and friends. Its airy, honeycomb-like structure is a result of fermentation, showcasing the ingenuity of Vietnamese desserts. Today, it has gained popularity beyond Vietnam, inspiring variations across Southeast Asia.

VietnameseVNdessert
60 min
medium
8 servings
Servings4
2 cups rice flour
1 cup tapioca flour
1 cup coconut milk
2 teaspoons pandan extract
1 cup sugar
2 teaspoons yeast
1 cup warm water
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon food coloring
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
4 egg whites

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: regular milk

Almond milk is lower in calories and can mimic the creaminess.

tapioca flour

🥗Healthier: arrowroot flour

💰Cheaper: cornstarch

Arrowroot is a healthier alternative, while cornstarch is more affordable.

1

Mix rice flour, tapioca flour, and sugar in a bowl until combined.

2

Dissolve yeast in warm water and let sit until foamy, about 5-10 minutes.

3

Combine the flour mixture with the yeast mixture and stir until smooth.

4

Add coconut milk and pandan extract, mixing until well incorporated.

5

Let the batter rest for about 30 minutes in a warm place.

6

Prepare a steamer and line the steaming tray with parchment paper.

7

Pour a thin layer of batter into the tray and steam for 5-7 minutes until set.

8

Add a layer of food coloring to the remaining batter, if desired, and gently fold in.

9

Pour the colored batter over the first layer and steam for another 5-7 minutes.

10

Repeat layering and steaming until all batter is used, finishing with a plain layer on top.

11

Allow the cake to cool before removing from the tray.

12

Slice and serve at room temperature.

Cooking Techniques

mixingsteaming

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlsteamermeasuring cupsspatulaparchment paper

Spice Level:

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Allergens

gluten

Also Known As

Bánh BòPandan Cake

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