Gluten-Free Mung Bean Cake
Gluten-Free Mung Bean Cake is a delightful Chinese baked dish made from nutrient-rich mung bean flour, offering a subtly sweet flavor and a cake-like texture. Perfect for a light dessert or snack, this dish is both satisfying and easy to prepare.

40 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Chinese
210 kcal
Ingredients
- mung bean flour - 100 grams
- coconut sugar - 40 grams
- water - 200 milliliters
- coconut milk - 50 milliliters
- baking powder - 1 teaspoon
- vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon
- salt - a pinch
- sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon (for topping)
Steps
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a small baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the mung bean flour, coconut sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together the water, coconut milk, and vanilla extract until well mixed.
- Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring until a smooth batter forms.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Sprinkle sesame seeds evenly over the top of the batter.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cake is firm to the touch and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool for about 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Nutrition
- Calories: 210
- Protein: 6 g
- Carbs: 32 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 100 mg
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
- Total Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
- Water: 0.2 L
Health Benefits
- Rich in plant-based protein and fiber, promoting digestive health.
- Contains vitamins and minerals beneficial for skin and overall health.
Tags
ChineseGluten-FreeBaked Dish