KABOCHA SQUASH CAKE WITH BROWN SUGAR CREAM

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Kabocha Squash Cake with Brown Sugar Cream image

Provided by Will Goldfarb

Categories     Cake     Beer     Milk/Cream     Dessert     Bake     Vanilla     Squash     Bon Appétit     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

Brown sugar cream:
1 tablespoon water
1/2 teaspoon unflavored gelatin
2 cups heavy whipping cream
1/3 cup (packed) golden brown sugar
3 large egg whites
Cakes:
2 cups 3/4-inch cubes peeled seeded kabocha squash (from one 3-pound squash)
1 cup whole milk
1 vanilla bean, split lengthwise
Nonstick vegetable oil spray
2/3 cup (packed) golden brown sugar
6 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup lager (mild-flavored beer)
1 large egg
3/4 cup all purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • For brown sugar cream:
  • Place 1 tablespoon water in cup. Sprinkle gelatin over. Let stand 10 minutes to soften.
  • Stir cream and sugar in medium saucepan over medium heat until sugar dissolves. Add egg whites and whisk until mixture thickens, about 12 minutes (do not boil). Add gelatin mixture; whisk until dissolved. Strain into large clean bowl. Chill until cold. Cover and chill overnight.
  • For cakes:
  • Combine squash and milk in heavy small saucepan. Scrape in seeds from vanilla bean; add bean. Bring to simmer over medium heat. Partially cover, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer until squash is very tender, about 20 minutes. Remove vanilla bean. Drain squash. Place in processor and blend until smooth. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill.
  • Preheat oven to 375°F. Spray six 3/4cup ramekins with nonstick spray. Place 1/2 cup squash puree in large bowl (reserve remaining puree for another use). Add sugar, oil, beer, and egg to puree and beat to blend. Sift flour, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt over; beat to blend. Divide batter among prepared ramekins.
  • Bake cakes until tester inserted into center comes out clean, about 18 minutes. Cool cakes in ramekins. Turn out onto plates. Beat brown sugar cream to firm peaks; spoon alongside cakes.

Ratnamani Matale
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This cake was easy to make and turned out great! The kabocha squash added a nice sweetness and moisture to the cake. The frosting was also easy to make and complemented the cake perfectly. I would definitely make this cake again.


Md Moheyar
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This cake was a hit at my party! Everyone loved the unique flavor of the kabocha squash. The frosting was also a big hit. I will definitely be making this cake again.


Asanda Athandwa
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I'm not usually a fan of squash, but this cake was a pleasant surprise! The kabocha squash added a moistness and sweetness to the cake that I loved. The frosting was also delicious and added a nice touch of richness.


Dope doni
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This cake was delicious! The kabocha squash gave it a unique and flavorful taste. The frosting was also perfect. I would definitely recommend this cake to anyone looking for a unique and delicious dessert.


Willard Apisai
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This cake was a bit too sweet for my taste. However, the kabocha squash gave the cake a nice moistness and flavor. I would recommend using less sugar in the frosting next time.


Abdo Noori
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This cake was a bit too dense for my taste. The frosting was also a bit too sweet. However, the kabocha squash gave the cake a nice flavor.


Prince Adeshola
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This cake was easy to make and turned out great! The kabocha squash added a nice sweetness and moisture to the cake. The frosting was also easy to make and complemented the cake perfectly. I would definitely make this cake again.


Bukenya Yoweri Williams
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This cake was delicious! The kabocha squash gave it a moist and flavorful crumb. The frosting was also perfect. I would definitely recommend this cake to anyone looking for a unique and delicious dessert.


Emmanuel Agyatey
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This cake was a bit dry. The frosting was also a bit too sweet. However, the kabocha squash gave the cake a nice flavor.


cloe gorlovitski
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This cake was a bit too sweet for my taste. The frosting was also a bit too thick. However, the kabocha squash gave the cake a nice moistness and flavor.


Seif Jackson
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This cake was easy to make and turned out great! The kabocha squash added a nice sweetness and moisture to the cake. The frosting was also delicious and easy to make. I would definitely recommend this cake to anyone looking for a unique and flavorful


raees petersen
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This cake was delicious! The kabocha squash gave it a moist and flavorful crumb. The frosting was also perfect. I would definitely recommend this cake to anyone looking for a unique and delicious dessert.


Kim Eslar
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This cake was a hit at my party! Everyone loved the unique flavor of the kabocha squash. The frosting was also a big hit. I will definitely be making this cake again.


Abass Ali
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I was skeptical about this cake at first, but I'm so glad I tried it! The kabocha squash gave the cake a lovely moistness and flavor. The frosting was also delicious and added a nice touch of sweetness. I would definitely recommend this cake to anyon


Imran Baloch
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This cake was easy to make and turned out beautifully. I loved the unique flavor of the kabocha squash. The cake was moist and flavorful, and the frosting was the perfect finishing touch.


Charlotte Round
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I'm not usually a fan of squash, but this cake was a game-changer! The kabocha squash added a moistness and sweetness to the cake that I loved. The frosting was also delicious, with a perfect balance of sweetness and tanginess.


FELIX CHIBUZOR
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This kabocha squash cake was a delight! The cake was moist and flavorful, with a perfect balance of sweetness and spice. The brown sugar cream frosting was the perfect finishing touch, adding a touch of richness and decadence. I will definitely be ma