Thai Steamed Banana Cake

May 14, 2023May 14, 20230 13
Delicious Thai Steamed Banana Cake recipe for a healthy dessert
in Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

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Ingredients

1 package flaked coconut
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup rice flour
3/4 cup tapioca flour
1/2 tablespoon arrowroot starch
1 cup unsweetened coconut cream
1/2 cup white sugar
1 pound ripe bananas , mashed
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup coconut milk

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
10
Calories
211
Sugar
14g
Fat
11g
Thai Steamed Banana Cake is a delicious and healthy dessert that's a popular treat in Thailand. Also known as Kao Tom Mud, this cake is a gluten-free, steamed cake made with mashed ripe bananas, coconut cream, and rice flour. It's a non-bake recipe that's easy to make and is a great way to use up overripe bananas. This cake has a unique texture and a mild sweetness that makes it perfect for a light afternoon tea-time snack.

Instructions

1.In a large bowl, mix together the flaked coconut, salt, rice flour, tapioca flour, arrowroot starch and coconut cream until smooth.
2.Stir in the mashed bananas, coconut milk and white sugar until well combined.
3.Pour the mixture into a greased cake pan and smooth the top.
4.Fill a large pot with 2 inches of water and bring to a boil. Place the cake pan on a rack in the pot and cover it with a lid.
5.Steam the cake for 30 minutes or until cooked through. Remove from heat and let cool before serving.

PROS

Thai Steamed Banana Cake is a healthier dessert option, it’s gluten-free and is made with natural, healthy ingredients.

It’s also an easy recipe to follow, and a great use for overripe bananas.

CONS

This cake tends to be dense and may not be to everyone’s taste.
It also may not rise like a traditional cake, resulting in a flatter cake.

Some people may not like the flavor of coconut, which is a prominent ingredient in this cake.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This cake is low in fat and sugar, and it’s a healthy alternative to traditional desserts. Banana is a good source of fiber, potassium, and contains antioxidants.
Coconut products have been known to boost immunity, aid in digestion and help regulate blood sugar.

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