Look what a fluffy tea cake we have here: this kiwi cake with pandan and grated coconut is so delicious! And highly addictive… Because I can tell you that it didn’t last for 24 hours!
I left it on my kitchen counter. And it just gradually seemed to shrink by every half an hour.
But I will take that as a sign that this cake was absolutely spot on.
That day I had a couple of juicy kiwifruits in my fruit basket.
Kiwifruit
And coincidentally I felt like baking a cake that afternoon as well.
Could I make anything else with them?
There surely has to be more to do with kiwifruit apart from (cup)cake and pie decorations?
Let’s try a kiwi cake then as an experiment, just like you would prepare a classic banana bread!
Easy Kiwi Cake with Coconut & Pandan
This is the very first cake batter that I prepared in my KitchenAid Cook Processor because it is great to mix flours, batter and doughs with! But a classic mixing bowl will also work just fine of course!
You can also use your stand mixer to make this cake batter of course.
Back then I didn’t have one (now I do) and I used my Cook Processor to combine the batter.
So first off below here is the manual recipe. After that you can find the remaining stand mixer and Cook Processor recipes.
Pandan
I used pandan extract which is an Asian flavoring from pandan leaves.
If you are not familiar with the pandan aroma, then you would think it is vanilla extract. And there is your substitute right there. The advantage of pandan: it adds a lovely light green color to your food.
What a great fluffy tea cake this is!
Next on my list to try: a kiwi cheesecake!
Enjoy!
Easy Coconut & Pandan Kiwi Cake Recipe
5 from 1 vote
Kiwifruit Cake with Coconut & Pandan
Prep Time
30 mins
Cook Time
45 mins
Total Time
1 hr 15 mins
What a fluffy tea cake do we have here: this kiwifruit cake with pandan and grated coconut is so delicious!
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Asian
Servings: 5 to 6
Calories per serving: 284 kcal
Ingredients
- 2 cups self-raising flour (250 g)
- 7 oz ripe kiwifruits (200 g)
- 3 drops pandan extract or vanilla extract
- 2 oz unsalted butter (55 g), soft
- 5,5 oz caster sugar (155 g)
- 2 medium eggs
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp grated coconut
- salt
Instructions
Add the soft butter and sugar to a large mixing bowl.
Whisk the sugar and butter for 3 minutes until soft and creamy. Then add the eggs.
Whisk the butter, sugar and eggs well until very creamy and pale. Peel the ripe kiwifruits and chop them up finely. Mash the kiwifruit into a pulp. Then add it to the egg mixture. Season with a pinch of salt and add the drops of pandan extract (or vanilla extract) and lemon juice.
Stir the fruit mixture well. Then add the flour and grated coconut.
Stir into a thick batter. Once well combined, let the batter rest for 10 minutes. Then butter or oil a cake tin and spoon the cake batter into it.
Bake the cake in a preheated oven at 350°F (180°C) for 35 to 40 minutes or until set in the center. Then remove the cake from the hot oven and let it cool in its tin. Slice the cake up and serve lukewarm.
Easy Kiwi Cake with Grated Coconut & Pandan – KitchenAid Stand Mixer Mini
Look what a fluffy tea cake we have here…
This kiwi cake with pandan and grated coconut is so delicious! And highly addictive… Because just believe me, this green cake didn’t last for 24 hours!
Next on my list to try: a kiwi cheesecake!
Enjoy!
Easy Coconut & Pandan Kiwi Cake Recipe
5 from 1 vote
Kiwifruit Cake with Coconut & Pandan
Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
45 mins
Total Time
1 hr 5 mins
What a fluffy tea cake do we have here: this kiwifruit cake with pandan and grated coconut is so delicious!
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Asian
Servings: 5 to 6
Calories per serving: 284 kcal
Ingredients
- 2 cups self-raising flour (250 g)
- 2 to 3 drops pandan extract or vanilla extract
- 5,5 oz caster sugar (155 g)
- 2 oz unsalted butter (55 g), very soft
- 2 medium eggs
- 7 oz ripe kiwifruits (200 g), peeled and mashed
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp grated coconut
- salt
Instructions
1) Add the soft butter and sugar to the mixing bowl of your stand mixer.
2) Lower the mixer head and set speed 4 for for minutes until soft and creamy. Then add the eggs.
3) At the same speed whisk the butter, sugar and eggs well for 2 minutes until very creamy and pale.
4) Then add the mashed kiwifruits to the egg mixture. Season with a pinch of salt and add the drops of pandan extract (or vanilla extract) and the lemon juice.
5) At the same speed whisk the ingredients for a minute.
6) Then add the flour and grated coconut.
7) Whisk for another 3 minutes until you end up with a thick batter. Once well combined, let the batter rest for 10 minutes.
8) Then butter or oil a cake tin and spoon the cake batter into it.
9) Bake the cake in a preheated oven at 350°F (180°C) for 35 to 40 minutes. The cake should have set in the center. Then remove the cake from the hot oven and let it cool in its tin. Slice the cake up and serve lukewarm.
Easy Kiwi Cake with Grated Coconut & Pandan – KitchenAid Cook Processor
Look what a fluffy tea cake we have here: this kiwi cake with pandan and grated coconut is so delicious! And highly addictive…
Because I can tell you that it didn’t last for 24 hours!
Enjoy!
Easy Kiwi Cake with Grated Coconut & Pandan Recipe
5 from 1 vote
Kiwifruit Cake with Coconut & Pandan
Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
45 mins
Total Time
1 hr 5 mins
What a fluffy tea cake do we have here: this kiwifruit cake with pandan and grated coconut is so delicious!
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Asian
Servings: 5 to 6
Calories per serving: 284 kcal
Ingredients
- 2 cups self-raising flour (250 g)
- 2 to 3 drops pandan extract or vanilla extract
- 5,5 oz caster sugar (155 g)
- 2 oz unsalted butter (55 g), very soft
- 2 medium eggs
- 7 oz ripe kiwifruits (200 g), peeled
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp grated coconut
- salt
Instructions
Add the kiwifruit to the bowl of the Cook Processor fitted with the MultiBlade. Press PULSE for 10 seconds.
Transfer the fruit pulp to a cup. Remove the MultiBlade and clean the bowl. Place the StirAssist in the bowl. Then add the soft butter and sugar.
Manually set the timer to 3 minutes, press Start and increase the SPEED to 3. Whisk the sugar and butter until creamy. Then add the eggs.
Manually set the timer to 2 minutes, press Start and increase the SPEED to 3. Whisk the butter until very creamy. Then add the kiwifruit puree, a pinch of salt, the pandan extract (or vanilla extract) and lemon juice.
Manually set the timer to 2 minutes, press Start and increase the SPEED to 3. Stir the fruit mixture well. Then add the flour and grated coconut.
Manually set the timer to 4 minutes, press Start and increase the SPEED to 3. Stir the ingredients until you have a gooey batter. Then let it rest for 10 minutes. Butter or oil a cake tin and fill with the cake batter.
Bake the cake in a preheated oven at 350°F (180°C) for 35 to 40 minutes. The cake should have set in the center. Then remove the cake from the hot oven and let it cool in its tin. Slice the cake up and serve lukewarm.
Can I make other sweet treats with kiwifruit apart from kiwi cake?
Certainly!
Kiwifruit can be a versatile and tasty ingredient in a variety of baked sweet treats.
Here are some ideas:
1. Kiwi Muffins
Add diced kiwifruit to your muffin batter for a burst of color and flavor. Blueberry and kiwi muffins, for example, can be a delightful combination.
Kiwifruit muffins are delectable baked goods featuring diced or pureed kiwifruit incorporated into a moist muffin batter. The vibrant green fruit adds a sweet-tart flavor and a burst of color, enhancing the texture and taste of the muffins. These treats provide a refreshing twist on traditional muffins, combining the wholesome charm of baked goods with the tropical essence of kiwifruit. Perfect for breakfast or a snack, kiwi muffins offer a delightful balance of flavors that awaken the palate with every bite, making them a unique and flavorful addition to any culinary repertoire.
2. Kiwi Bars
Incorporate kiwifruit slices or puree into bar-style desserts, such as fruit bars or layered bars with a crumbly crust.
Kiwifruit bars are luscious baked treats that feature slices or pureed kiwifruit layered between a crumbly crust and topping. These bars combine the tropical sweetness and vibrant green color of kiwi with the comforting texture of a buttery crust. The contrast between the tangy fruit and the rich, sweet layers creates a harmonious balance of flavors. Kiwi bars are a delightful fusion of indulgence and freshness, providing a unique twist on traditional fruit-filled desserts. Ideal for snacking or dessert, these bars offer a delightful burst of flavor that captivates the senses with every bite.
3. Kiwi Bread
Similar to banana bread and kiwi cake, make kiwi bread by mashing or pureeing kiwifruit and adding it to a quick bread batter.
Kiwifruit bread is a delectable baked delight where the essence of ripe kiwifruit melds with a moist, tender loaf. Blending the vibrant sweetness of kiwi into the dough creates a unique flavor profile, striking a balance between the fruit’s tropical tang and the comforting essence of freshly baked bread. The green flecks of kiwi throughout the loaf add a visual charm to this culinary creation. Kiwi bread is a delightful departure from conventional bread, offering a subtle yet intriguing twist that tantalizes taste buds with every slice, making it a delightful treat for breakfast or anytime indulgence.
4. Kiwi Cookies
Add dried kiwifruit pieces or even small chunks of fresh kiwi to cookie dough for a unique twist on traditional cookies.
Kiwifruit cookies are delightful baked confections that infuse the distinct flavor of ripe kiwifruit into classic cookie recipes. These treats take on a refreshing twist, as diced or dried kiwifruit pieces are integrated into the cookie dough. The result is a symphony of sweet and tangy notes, offering a surprising burst of tropical flavor in every bite. The vibrant green kiwi flecks add visual appeal, while the cookie’s familiar texture contrasts with the unique taste. Kiwi cookies provide a captivating combination of tradition and innovation, turning ordinary cookies into a memorable experience that captures the essence of this fruit.
5. Kiwi Scones
Incorporate diced kiwifruit into scone dough for a fruity and flavorful twist on classic scones.
Kiwifruit scones are delectable baked goods that reinvent the classic scone by infusing it with the vibrant essence of ripe kiwifruit. Diced or pureed kiwifruit is skillfully incorporated into the scone dough, imparting a delightful sweet-tart flavor and a burst of natural color. The result is a marriage of traditional scone texture with the unexpected allure of tropical fruit. The tender, crumbly scone exterior contrasts beautifully with the juicy kiwi interior, creating a harmonious balance of tastes and textures. Kiwi scones offer a delightful departure from ordinary scones, delivering a unique and memorable culinary experience with every delightful bite.
10. Kiwi Turnovers
Fill puff pastry with a mixture of diced kiwifruit and sweetener to make turnovers with a tropical twist.
When baking with kiwifruit, keep in mind that kiwi has a high water content, so it can affect the texture of baked goods. It’s a good idea to balance the moisture content with other dry ingredients and adjust your recipe accordingly. Additionally, since kiwifruit contains enzymes that can break down dairy and other proteins, it’s best to avoid combining kiwifruit with dairy-based ingredients for extended periods before baking.
Experiment and have fun exploring these creative ways to incorporate kiwifruit into your baked treats!
