| Prep: 20 mins | Cook: 45 mins – 60 mins | Difficulty: Medium | Serves: 6 |
| kcal | fat | saturates | carbs |
| 467 | 18g | 11g | 73g |
| sugars | fibre | protein | salt |
| 47g | 2g | 6g | 0.2g |
There’s something truly invigorating about working with ingredients that come straight from nature, and my Feijoa Cake recipe is the perfect example. Imagine peeling back the skin of a fresh feijoa, taking a moment to enjoy the fragrant aroma before diving in to create something memorable and delicious. That’s the beauty of this recipe; it’s real. It’s pure. And it’s something I cherish, not only for its flavour, but for the moments it allows me to create with my own family. My Irish grandparents taught me that food is much more than nourishment, it’s an expression of love, and boy, does this cake scream love.
The Health Benefits of Feijoas
Let’s get one thing straight, this cake isn’t just about delighting your tastebuds. Oh no, it has a wonderful secret weapon: the humble feijoa. This wonder fruit is not only delicious — it’s packed full of essential vitamins and minerals, making it an undeniable powerhouse when it comes to boosting your health and wellbeing. Plus, when partnered up with staple ingredients like eggs and whole milk, it offers a healthy dose of protein, making this Feijoa Cake recipe a delight in disguise.
An Intriguing Mix, An Irresistible Task
To say that this Feijoa Cake recipe is something special would be an understatement. On the one hand, its fruitiness may draw parallels to the homely aura of an apple cake. On the other, the feijoa’s unique tang and the creaminess of the icing resembles a lemon loaf. In other words? This cake is truly one of a kind.
I love to serve it on a brisk New England afternoon, perhaps with a steaming pot of tea. Or, if you’re feeling truly indulgent, consider pairing it with a scoop of real vanilla ice cream. Regardless of how you choose to serve it, rest assured, it always hits the spot!.
Before I say goodbye for now, let’s dwell once more on its taste. Perfectly sweetened and incredibly moist, each bite of this Feijoa Cake floods the palate with a burst of fruity tang that’s then beautifully smoothed out by the creamy icing, an experience that’s hard to forget. Trust me, you’ll be reaching for the second slice faster than you can say “Feijoa.” And with such a simple list of ingredients… well, let’s just say that there won’t be any reason for you not to.
Here’s to creating wonderful kitchen memories, one feijoa at a time.
What You’ll Need
- 1 cup of granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup of unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 2 cups of all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons of baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon of salt
- 1/2 cup of whole milk
- 1 1/2 cups of feijoa pulp
- 1 tablespoon of lemon juice
- 1 cup of confectioners’ sugar for icing
- 2 tablespoons of melted butter for icing
- 2 tablespoons of hot water for icing
Method
Step One
Preheat your oven to 180 degrees Celsius (approx. 350 degrees Fahrenheit) and grease a round cake pan.
Step Two
In a large bowl, cream together the granulated sugar and softened unsalted butter. Once you have a smooth, fluffy mixture, beat in the large eggs one at a time. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Step Three
In a different bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir these dry ingredients into the butter and sugar mixture alternating it with whole milk. Begin and end with the flour mixture. Ensure these ingredients are well combined.
Step Four
Fold in the feijoa pulp and the tablespoon of lemon juice into the batter, making sure it’s fully incorporated.
Step Five
Spoon the cake batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly using a spatula. Put the pan into the preheated oven and bake for about 45-50 minutes or until an inserted toothpick comes out clean.
Step Six
Once the cake is done, remove from the oven and let it cool completely on a wire rack.
Step Seven
While the cake is cooling, prepare the icing. In a medium bowl, whisk together the confectioners’ sugar, melted butter, and hot water until you have a smooth, pourable icing.
Step Eight
Once the cake has cooled, drizzle the icing over the top. Let it set for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your homemade Feijoa cake!
