Banh Bo Nuong ( Vietnamese Honey Comb Cake)

May 22, 2023May 22, 20230 2

Banh Bo Nuong (Vietnamese Honey Comb Cake) recipe for a sweet treat

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

10 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

278

Sugar

17g

Fat

10g

Banh Bo Nuong, also known as Vietnamese honeycomb cake, is a popular dessert in Vietnam. It's called honeycomb cake because of its unique texture that resembles hexagonal honeycomb structures. The cake is sweet, chewy, and has a hint of pandan flavor that makes it distinctively Vietnamese. It's often served at weddings, family gatherings, and celebrations. Banh Bo Nuong is easy to make and can be enjoyed as a dessert or a snack with a cup of tea or coffee.

Instructions

1.	Dissolve sugar in coconut cream until sugar is completely dissolved.
2.	In another bowl, lightly beat the eggs and add the pandan extract.
3.	Slowly add the tapioca starch and baking powder to the egg mixture, stirring well.
4.	Add in the sugar and coconut cream mixture, stirring until the batter is smooth and has no lumps.
5.	Pour the batter into a greased 8-inch cake pan.
6.	Bake in a preheated oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

PROS

Banh Bo Nuong has a unique texture and flavor, with a crispy crust and a soft and chewy center.

It’s easy to make and can be enjoyed as a dessert or snack with a cup of tea or coffee.

CONS

This cake is high in carbohydrates and sugar, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

It may not be suitable for those with dietary restrictions such as a gluten-free or low-carb diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Although Banh Bo Nuong is not the healthiest of desserts, it does contain some nutritional benefits.
Tapioca starch is a good source of carbohydrates and provides energy.
Coconut cream contains medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs), which have been associated with various health benefits such as improved brain function and weight loss.

	2 cups tapioca starch
	200 ml coconut cream
	3/4 cup sugar
	6 large eggs
	2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder , single acting
	2 pandan leaves and 1/2 tsp extract