Ube Flan Cake: A Delicious Filipino Dessert
Ube Flan Cake is a delightful Filipino dessert that combines creamy leche flan with a soft ube chiffon cake. This two-layered treat is perfect for special occasions like Christmas and Thanksgiving. The flan layer is silky and rich, while the ube cake brings a mild, nutty sweetness.
- Ube Flan Cake is a combination of leche flan and ube chiffon cake.
- Easy to make using cake mix and whole eggs.
- Perfect for holidays or any celebration.
Ingredients for Ube Flan Cake
Leche Flan Ingredients:
- 4 whole eggs (not just yolks)
- 1 can condensed milk
- 1 can evaporated milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- A pinch of salt
Ube Cake Ingredients:
- 1 box (15.25 oz) yellow cake mix
- 3 large eggs (separated)
- ¼ cup melted butter (or vegetable oil)
- ¾ cup water or milk
- ½ cup ube halaya (optional)
- 1 teaspoon ube extract
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- Purple food coloring (optional)
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Prepare the Caramel
- Heat sugar in a pan until it turns golden.
- Swirl to coat the pan evenly.
- Let it cool while preparing the flan.
2. Make the Leche Flan
- In a bowl, whisk eggs, condensed milk, evaporated milk, vanilla, and salt.
- Strain the mixture to remove air bubbles.
- Pour into the caramel-coated pan.
3. Prepare the Ube Cake Batter
- Mix cake mix, egg yolks, butter, water, ube extract, and ube halaya.
- Sift the cake mix to remove lumps.
- Stir until smooth.
4. Whip Egg Whites
- Beat egg whites with lemon juice until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold into the cake batter.
5. Assemble the Cake
- Pour flan mixture over the caramel.
- Carefully add the ube cake batter on top.
- Use a water bath by placing the pan inside a larger tray filled with hot water.
6. Bake and Cool
- Bake at 325°F (170°C) for 45-60 minutes.
- Let it cool completely, then refrigerate overnight.
Best Baking Tips
- Use room-temperature eggs for a better texture.
- Strain flan mixture to achieve a smooth consistency.
- Do not overmix the cake batter to keep it light and fluffy.
- Use a clean, dry bowl when whipping egg whites for best results.
Recommended Pan Sizes and Baking Time
| Cake Size | Pan Size | Baking Time |
|---|---|---|
| Small Cake | Two 7-inch pans | 45 minutes |
| Large Cake | One 9-inch pan | 60 minutes |
How to Serve Ube Flan Cake
- Run a knife around the edges and invert onto a plate.
- Slice carefully and serve with coffee, tea, or hot chocolate.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Easy to make with cake mix and simple ingredients.
- Great for beginners—no special baking skills needed.
- A show-stopping dessert that impresses guests.
Enjoy this rich and creamy Ube Flan Cake, a perfect treat for any celebration!
