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Vietnamese Honeycomb Cake

Fluffy Vietnamese Honeycomb Cake: Easy and Irresistible Delight

Indulge in this Fluffy Vietnamese Honeycomb Cake, a gluten-free and dairy-free treat that delights with its light texture and unique flavors.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Vietnamese
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup Coconut Milk Use full-fat for best results.
  • 2 pieces Pandan Leaves Substitute with 1 tsp of pandan extract if fresh leaves are unavailable.
  • 3 large Eggs Large eggs yield the best texture.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Adjust the amount to taste.
  • 2 teaspoons Pandan Extract Double the amount if using extract instead of leaves.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1 cup Tapioca Starch Do not substitute.
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Powder Ensure it is single-acting.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness.

Equipment

  • Bundt pan
  • Blender
  • Mixing bowls

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Easy Banh Bo Nuong
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C) and warm your bundt pan for 10 minutes.
  2. Blend the full-fat coconut milk with pandan leaves until smooth; strain into a bowl.
  3. Whisk the coconut and pandan mixture with eggs and sugar until smooth.
  4. Gently mix in the pandan extract and vanilla extract.
  5. Whisk together tapioca starch, baking powder, and salt; fold into wet mixture.
  6. Pour the batter into the preheated bundt pan, smoothing the top.
  7. Bake for 50 to 55 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Cool in the pan for about 60 minutes before inverting onto a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Adjust sugar levels according to your taste preference and ensure your baking powder is fresh.

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