Month: April 2023

Homemade Healthy Baby-Friendly Cake without Added Sugar
No Sugar Cake

Homemade Healthy Baby-Friendly Cake without Added Sugar

- by Lucas Miller

Are you looking for a delicious and healthy cake recipe that you can confidently feed your baby? Look no further, as we have the perfect recipe for you! This homemade baby-friendly cake is not only free from added sugar but also filled with wholesome ingredients that are great for your little one’s development.

Ingredients:

  • 2 ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 1/4 cup natural Greek yogurt
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup whole wheat flour
  • 1/2 cup oat flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions:

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a cake pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the mashed bananas, unsweetened applesauce, Greek yogurt, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix well until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, oat flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can result in a dense cake.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
  6. Bake for approximately 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
  7. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Optional add-ins:

Feel free to add some nutritious extras to this baby-friendly cake, such as finely …

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Easy and Delicious Yokan Mooncake Recipe from Japan
Japanese Mooncake

Easy and Delicious Yokan Mooncake Recipe from Japan

- by Lucas Miller

If you’re looking for a unique and delightful twist on the traditional mooncake, why not try making Yokan Mooncakes? Originating from Japan, Yokan Mooncakes offer a delicious combination of the soft and sweet Yokan jelly filling, encased in a tender pastry shell. In this article, we will provide you with an easy and mouthwatering recipe to create your very own Yokan Mooncakes.

Ingredients:

For the Yokan filling:

  • 400g red bean paste
  • 20g sugar
  • 15g agar-agar powder
  • 450ml water

For the mooncake pastry:

  • 300g glutinous rice flour
  • 50g powdered sugar
  • 50g vegetable oil
  • 150ml water

For the mooncake decoration (optional):

  • Mooncake molds
  • Egg wash (1 egg yolk mixed with 1 tablespoon of water)
  • Assorted nuts or seeds for topping (e.g., melon seeds, almonds, or sesame seeds)

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the Yokan filling by combining the red bean paste, sugar, agar-agar powder, and water in a saucepan. Mix well until all the ingredients are fully incorporated.
  2. Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a boil while stirring continuously. Reduce the heat and simmer for about 5 minutes until the agar-agar powder is completely dissolved.
  3. Remove the Yokan filling from the heat and pour the mixture into a square or rectangular mold. Allow it to cool and set at room temperature or in the refrigerator for approximately 1 hour until firm.
  4. While the Yokan filling is setting, prepare the mooncake pastry. In a large mixing bowl, combine the glutinous rice flour, powdered sugar, and vegetable oil. Mix well until the
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