Purple Sweet Potato Mud Cake: Taste in a Bite
Kue lumpur (mud cake) is a traditional Indonesian snack that has been loved for generations. Its soft texture, just the right amount of sweetness, and distinctive aroma make this cake a popular treat at various events.
Now, a modern creation presents kue lumpur with purple sweet potato, which not only tempts the palate but also pleases the eye. Kue lumpur with purple sweet potato is a variation of the classic kue lumpur, combining purple sweet potato as the main ingredient.
The natural purple color of the sweet potato gives it a beautiful and unique appearance, without the need for artificial coloring. Furthermore, purple sweet potato is known to be rich in antioxidants (anthocyanins), fiber, and vitamins, making it a healthier choice.
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Purple sweet potato mud cake is often served at family gatherings, social gatherings, religious study groups, and even as a snack for children. Its attractive purple color makes it popular as part of hampers or Eid al-Fitr offerings.
Neneng, a traditional cake seller at Gubah Market in Palembang, shares the ingredients and method for making purple sweet potato mud cake.
Ingredients:
-300 grams of steamed purple sweet potato (mashed)
-150 grams of medium-protein wheat flour
-100 grams of granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
-2 chicken eggs
-400 ml of thick coconut milk (can be mixed with liquid milk for a creamier taste)
-50 grams of margarine or butter (melted)
-½ teaspoon vanilla powder (optional)
-A pinch of salt
-Toppings to taste: raisins, sliced young coconut, grated cheese, or sesame seeds
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How to make:
-Mash the steamed purple sweet potato until completely smooth (you can blend it with a little coconut milk to make it even smoother).
-In a bowl, beat the eggs and sugar until dissolved (no need to let it fluff up).
-Add the mashed purple sweet potato and stir well.
-Add the flour, salt, and vanilla while continuing to stir.
-Pour in the coconut milk little by little, stirring until the mixture is smooth and free of lumps.
-Add the melted margarine and stir again until well combined.
-Preheat the mud cake mold and lightly grease it with margarine.
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Pour the batter into the mold, filling it ¾ full. Cover and cook over low heat for approximately 10–15 minutes.
Once half-cooked, add the toppings to the cake.
Cook again until cooked through and the surface is no longer wet (you can test with a toothpick).
Once it's no longer sticky and wet, remove from the oven. Let cool, and the purple sweet potato mud cake is ready to serve.