Serving Details
Servings: 10-12 slices
Portion Size: 1 slice per person
Recipe Description
Passion Cake is a wonderfully moist, tropical-inspired dessert made with a blend of fresh passion fruit, spices, and a cream cheese frosting. This cake combines a fruity sweetness with a hint of tang, making it perfect for any celebration or a refreshing dessert treat.
Cooking Time
- Preparation Time: 20 minutes
- Baking Time: 45-50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 3/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup passion fruit pulp (fresh or canned)
- 1/2 cup crushed pineapple, drained
- 1/2 cup grated carrots
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
- 1 1/2 cups cream cheese, softened (for frosting)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened (for frosting)
- 3 cups powdered sugar (for frosting)
- 1 teaspoon passion fruit pulp (for frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In a separate bowl, mix the oil and brown sugar until well combined. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating after each addition.
- Stir in the passion fruit pulp, crushed pineapple, grated carrots, and vanilla extract until well incorporated.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring just until combined. Fold in the nuts if desired.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- For the frosting, beat the cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar and passion fruit pulp, mixing until creamy.
- Once the cake is cool, spread the cream cheese frosting evenly over the top.
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Protein: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Sugar: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sodium: 210mg
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use canned passion fruit pulp?
Yes, canned passion fruit pulp works well in this recipe if fresh passion fruit is not available.
How should I store the cake?
Store any leftover cake in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Bring to room temperature before serving.
Can I make the cake in advance?
Yes, you can make the cake a day in advance. Wrap tightly in plastic wrap and frost just before serving.
