purple potato bean paste cake

How to Make Purple Sweet Potato Red Bean Cake

Purple sweet potato red bean cake is a delightful, healthy dessert with a vibrant color and sweet flavor. Here’s a simple guide to making it at home.

Ingredients:

- 200g steamed purple sweet potato, mashed

- 150g cooked red bean paste (adjust sweetness to taste)

- 50g glutinous rice flour

- 30g all-purpose flour

- 30g sugar (optional, if red bean paste is not sweet enough)

- 2 tbsp milk or water (for binding)

Steps:

1. Prepare the Dough: Mix mashed purple sweet potato, glutinous rice flour, all-purpose flour, sugar, and milk/water in a bowl. Knead into a smooth, soft dough. If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour.

2. Shape the Cakes: Divide the dough into small balls (about 30g each). Flatten each ball into a disc, place a spoonful of red bean paste in the center, and wrap the dough around it, sealing the edges completely. Roll it into a smooth ball.

3. Cook the Cakes:

- Steaming: Arrange the cakes on a greased tray. Steam over medium heat for 15-20 minutes until firm.

- Pan-frying (Optional): Lightly pan-fry steamed cakes in a little oil until golden on both sides for a crispy texture.

4. Serve: Let them cool slightly before enjoying. They taste best warm, with a soft, chewy texture and a balanced sweet-bean flavor.

This versatile dessert can be customized with toppings like sesame seeds or coconut flakes. Enjoy your homemade purple sweet potato red bean cake!