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Steamed Milo Cake

Steamed Milo Cake is a soft, moist, and chocolatey no-oven cake made with Milo, flour, eggs, and milk. Steamed to fluffy perfection, this easy and budget-friendly dessert is perfect for snacks, birthdays, or any time you're craving a simple homemade chocolate cake.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine asian, Filipino
Servings 4 servings
Calories 670 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Measuring Cups
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Rubber Spatula
  • Fine mesh sieve (for sifting dry ingredients)
  • 6-inch round cake pan or heatproof baking pan
  • Steamer with lid
  • Wire rack (for cooling)
  • Toothpick or cake tester (to check doneness)

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 Cup All-purpose Flour
  • 1 Cup Milo Powder
  • 1 tsp Baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp Baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp Salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 2 Large Eggs
  • 1/2 Cup White sugar
  • 1/2 Cup Fresh milk (or evaporated milk)
  • 1/4 Cup Vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp Vanilla extract

For Greasing the Pan

  • Butter or Oil as needed

Optional Toppings

  • Chocolate Syrup
  • Chocolate Chips
  • Additional Milo powder for dusting

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the steamer. Fill a steamer with water and bring it to a boil over medium heat. Grease or line a 6-inch round cake pan with parchment paper.
  • Combine the dry ingredients. In a large bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, Milo powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  • Add the wet ingredients. Pour in the milk, eggs, vegetable oil, brown sugar, and vanilla extract. Mix until the batter is smooth and well combined. Do not overmix.
  • Transfer the batter. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and gently tap the pan on the counter to remove any trapped air bubbles.
  • Cover the pan. Wrap the top tightly with aluminum foil to prevent water droplets from dripping onto the cake while steaming.
  • Steam the cake. Place the cake in the preheated steamer and steam over medium heat for 35–40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Cool before serving. Carefully remove the cake from the steamer and let it cool completely in the pan before unmolding. Frost or decorate as desired, then slice and serve.

Notes

  • Sift the dry ingredients before mixing to remove lumps and achieve a lighter, fluffier cake.
  • Do not overmix the batter. Stir just until the ingredients are combined to keep the cake soft and tender.
  • Wrap the cake pan with aluminum foil before steaming to prevent water droplets from dripping onto the cake and making the surface soggy.
  • Steam over medium heat throughout the cooking process. High heat may cause the cake to rise unevenly or become dense.
  • Check for doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center. If it comes out clean or with a few dry crumbs, the cake is ready.
  • Allow the cake to cool completely before removing it from the pan or adding any frosting to prevent it from breaking apart.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days. Warm slightly before serving for the best texture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 670kcalCarbohydrates: 86gProtein: 11gFat: 31gSaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 105mgSodium: 420mgPotassium: 410mgFiber: 3gSugar: 51g
Keyword FILIPINO DESSERT, Steamed Milo Cake
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