Steamed Pumpkin Cake

Steamed Pumpkin Cake is a delightful and moist dessert that showcases the natural sweetness of pumpkin, enhanced with aromatic spices. Perfect for a cozy evening, this Halal dish is both comforting and satisfying.

Ingredients

• Pumpkin puree - 150 grams
• All-purpose flour - 100 grams
• Granulated sugar - 50 grams
• Coconut milk - 60 ml
• Baking powder - 1 teaspoon
• Vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon
• Ground cinnamon - 1/2 teaspoon
• Ground ginger - 1/4 teaspoon
• Salt - a pinch
• Chopped walnuts - 30 grams (optional)

Steps

1. Prepare a steamer by bringing water to a boil in the bottom pot.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine pumpkin puree, coconut milk, and vanilla extract until well blended.
3. In another bowl, sift together all-purpose flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, and salt.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined, then fold in the chopped walnuts if using.
5. Grease a small heatproof dish or a cake pan that fits inside the steamer.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared dish, smoothing the top with a spatula.
7. Place the dish in the steamer, cover, and steam for about 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
8. Once done, remove the cake from the steamer and let it cool slightly before slicing.

Nutrition

• Calories: 210
• Protein: 3 g
• Carbs: 35 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 10 g
• Sodium: 15 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 7 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and antioxidants from pumpkin, which support eye health and immune function.
• Coconut milk provides healthy fats and may promote heart health.

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