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lilikoi cake recipe

Lilikoi Cake Recipe

This easy lilikoi cake recipe is the perfect sweet and sour dessert for any occasion! With just a few ingredients, you can make this cake in no time at all.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 28 minutes
Course Cake
Cuisine American
Servings 4 Servings
Calories 231 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the cake:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup lilikoi juice
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the lilikoi curd:

  • 1/2 cup lilikoi juice
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large egg yolks
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter cut into small pieces

For the whipped cream frosting:

  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions
 

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  • In a separate large bowl, beat the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  • Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  • Add the lilikoi juice, buttermilk, and vanilla extract to the butter mixture, and beat until well combined.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
  • Divide the batter evenly between the two prepared cake pans.
  • Bake the cakes for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean.
  • Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 5 minutes, then remove them from the pans and let them cool completely on a wire rack.
  • While the cakes are cooling, make the lilikoi curd. In a medium saucepan, whisk together the lilikoi juice, sugar, and egg yolks.
  • Cook the mixture over low heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon.
  • Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the butter until it is melted and well combined.
  • Strain the curd through a fine mesh sieve to remove any lumps or solids, then cover it and refrigerate until it's chilled and set, about 1 hour.
  • Once the cakes and curd are completely cooled, it's time to assemble the cake. Place one cake layer on a serving plate or cake stand.
  • Spread a thick layer of lilikoi curd over the top of the cake layer, making sure to spread it evenly.
  • Place the second cake layer on top of the curd layer, pressing down gently.
  • To make the whipped cream frosting, whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract together in a large bowl with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form.
  • Spread a generous layer of whipped cream frosting over the top and sides of the cake.
  • Decorate the cake with fresh lilikoi fruit or any other tropical fruit of your choice.
  • Serve and enjoy your delicious homemade lilikoi cake!
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