Bring a touch of elegance to your Christmas gatherings with this Hibiscus Bliss Cake! The subtle floral notes, balanced sweetness, and dreamy pink frosting make this cake perfect for festive celebrations. It’s a delightful dessert that’s as beautiful as it is delicious.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour or plain white flour
- 1/4 cup dried hibiscus flower powder (+ 1 tsp for frosting tint)
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
Wet Ingredients:
- 3 medium eggs
- 3/4 cup milk
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup honey or light unrefined muscovado brown sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
For the Frosting:
- 250 g Mascarpone or soft cream cheese (e.g., Philadelphia)
- 1/3 cup agave syrup or maple syrup
- 180 ml double cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp hibiscus flower powder (for pink tint)
Instructions
1. Prepare the Cake:
- Preheat your oven to 170°C (340°F). Line and grease two 8-inch round cake pans.
- Blend the dried hibiscus flowers into a fine powder (if not pre-ground).
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, hibiscus powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the wet ingredients: eggs, milk, Greek yogurt, honey (or sugar), and vanilla extract.
- Gradually fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pans and bake for 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cakes to cool in the tins for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
2. Make the Frosting:
- Whip the double cream in a bowl until stiff peaks form. In another bowl, mix the cream cheese, sweetener (agave or maple syrup), vanilla extract, and hibiscus powder for the pink tint.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until smooth and fluffy.
3. Assemble the Cake:
- Once the cakes are completely cool, spread a generous layer of frosting between the layers and over the top. Smooth the frosting and decorate as desired.
Prep Time: 7 minutes
Cooking Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 32 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
This Hibiscus Bliss Cake is a feast for the eyes and the palate, making it an enchanting addition to your holiday dessert table. Its floral aroma and delicate sweetness will leave everyone asking for seconds! 🌺
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Bring a touch of elegance to your Christmas gatherings with this Hibiscus Bliss Cake! The subtle floral notes, balanced sweetness, and dreamy pink frosting make this cake perfect for festive celebrations. It’s a delightful dessert that’s as beautiful as it is delicious.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour or plain white flour
- 1/4 cup dried hibiscus flower powder (+ 1 tsp for frosting tint)
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
Wet Ingredients:
- 3 medium eggs
- 3/4 cup milk
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup honey or light unrefined muscovado brown sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
For the Frosting:
- 250 g Mascarpone or soft cream cheese (e.g., Philadelphia)
- 1/3 cup agave syrup or maple syrup
- 180 ml double cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp hibiscus flower powder (for pink tint)
Instructions
1. Prepare the Cake:
- Preheat your oven to 170°C (340°F). Line and grease two 8-inch round cake pans.
- Blend the dried hibiscus flowers into a fine powder (if not pre-ground).
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, hibiscus powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the wet ingredients: eggs, milk, Greek yogurt, honey (or sugar), and vanilla extract.
- Gradually fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pans and bake for 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cakes to cool in the tins for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
2. Make the Frosting:
- Whip the double cream in a bowl until stiff peaks form. In another bowl, mix the cream cheese, sweetener (agave or maple syrup), vanilla extract, and hibiscus powder for the pink tint.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until smooth and fluffy.
3. Assemble the Cake:
- Once the cakes are completely cool, spread a generous layer of frosting between the layers and over the top. Smooth the frosting and decorate as desired.
Notes
Prep Time: 7 minutes
Cooking Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 32 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
This Hibiscus Bliss Cake is a feast for the eyes and the palate, making it an enchanting addition to your holiday dessert table. Its floral aroma and delicate sweetness will leave everyone asking for seconds! 🌺