Are you looking to add a touch of tropical sweetness to your baking repertoire? Look no further than this delightful Mango Cake recipe. Bursting with the flavors of juicy mangoes and boasting a moist and tender crumb, this cake is the perfect treat to enjoy on a sunny afternoon or to impress guests at your next gathering.
Recipe For A Mango Cake
Ingredients:
– 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 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1 cup mango puree (about 2 ripe mangoes, peeled and blended)
– 1/2 cup plain yogurt
– Zest of 1 lime
– 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan. Dust the pan with flour, tapping out any excess, and set aside.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined. Set this dry mixture aside.
3. In a separate large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
4. Add the mango puree, plain yogurt, lime zest, and lime juice to the wet ingredients mixture. Mix until everything is thoroughly combined.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix the batter.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
8. Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then carefully transfer the cake to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. For an optional finishing touch, you can dust the top of the cake with powdered sugar or drizzle with a simple lime glaze made by mixing powdered sugar and lime juice until smooth.
10. Slice and serve this delectable Mango Cake at room temperature and enjoy the tropical flavors that will transport your taste buds to a sunny paradise.
With its vibrant mango flavor and tender crumb, this Mango Cake is sure to become a favorite dessert in your baking repertoire. Whether you’re hosting a brunch or simply treating yourself to a slice of something sweet, this recipe is a delightful way to infuse a taste of the tropics into your home.
