Juanita’s Plantain Cake

Jun 03, 2023June 3, 20230 15
Satisfy your sweet cravings with Juanita's Plantain Cake
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Prep

20 min

Cook

60 min

Ready In

80 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 cup oil for frying , or as needed
3 ripe plantains - peeled , halved , and each half cut into 3 to 4 pieces
6 eggs , separated
1 cup white sugar
1 tablespoon white sugar
1 splash vanilla extract , or to taste
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 pinch salt
6 ounces queso fresco , crumbled

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
367
Sugar
28g
Fat
20g
Juanita's Plantain Cake is a fusion of traditional Latin American flavors and classic baking. The cake is made from ripe plantains, which are a staple in many Latin American dishes. Combined with fluffy queso fresco cheese, this cake has a unique texture that is both dense and airy. Perfect for those who want to try something new and exciting in baking. Satisfy your sweet cravings with a slice of Juanita's Plantain Cake today!

Instructions

1.Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan.
2.Fry plantain pieces in the hot oil until lightly golden brown on both sides.
3.Drain plantains on a paper towel-lined plate.
4.Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) and grease a 9-inch cake pan.
5.Beat egg yolks and 1 cup sugar together in a bowl until light and creamy.
6.Beat egg whites in a separate bowl until stiff peaks form.
7.Fold egg whites into the egg yolk mixture until well combined.
8.Stir in vanilla extract.
9.Mix flour, baking powder and salt together in a separate bowl; add to egg mixture gradually, stirring just until incorporated.
10.Fold in queso fresco and fried plantains.
11.Pour batter into the prepared pan.
12.Sprinkle remaining 1 tablespoon sugar over the top.
13.Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

PROS

Juanita’s Plantain Cake is a unique twist on a classic cake recipe.

The combination of ripe plantains and queso fresco gives it a deliciously sweet and savory taste.

Perfect for those who want to try something new in baking.

CONS

This cake is high in calories and fat, due to the frying of plantains.

Should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

May be too sweet for some taste preferences.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Plantains are a healthier alternative to regular flour.
They are rich in vitamins and minerals, especially potassium.
The queso fresco cheese used in this recipe is also a good source of protein and calcium.

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