Sweet Steamed Pound Cake Snack with Kabocha Squash and Raisins
A moist pound cake loaded with kabocha squash and raisins, conveniently steamed in the microwave.
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A sweet home-baked snack whipped up quickly in the microwave instead of an oven. With precooked kabocha squash and raisins added, it is wonderful to enjoy for its moist, tender texture.
- Servings
- about 4–5 servings
- Cook time
- 9 minprep not included
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Spiciness
- Not spicy
Ingredients
- Cake flour150 g
- Baking powder0.7 tsp
- Butter120 g
- Sugar120 g
- Egg2
- Ground cinnamon1 tsp
- Raisins70 g
- Kabocha squash150 g
- Along with raisins and kabocha squash, you can also use mixed dried fruit, walnuts, chestnuts, and more.
Steps
I did not have a cake pan, so I lined a microwave-safe rectangular plastic container with parchment paper.
Peel the kabocha squash and slice it thinly. Melt the butter in advance.
Sift the cake flour and baking powder together twice through a sieve.
Oh, right! The sugar was left out of the photo, but do not forget to prepare it.
Microwave the kabocha squash for about 4 minutes, then add 1 tsp of ground cinnamon.
Add the melted butter to a bowl, then add the sugar in 2 to 3 additions, dissolving it as you go.
Once the sugar seems mostly dissolved, add the eggs and stir.
Once the eggs are mixed well...
Add the flour and mix well.
Fold the batter from the bottom up so everything comes together.
Add the squash and raisins and fold them in.
Once all the ingredients are mixed well...
Pour the batter into the prepared mold.
I gently folded the parchment paper hanging over the sides across the top.
After microwaving for about 5 minutes, it was fully cooked.
If you poke it with a chopstick and no raw batter clings to it, it is done.
It may not look fancy, but one hearty loaf of bread is complete.
Ppunwife's tips
- If you poke it with a chopstick and no raw batter clings to it, it is done.
FAQ
Can this be cooked using only a microwave without an oven?
Yes, you can easily cook it by placing the batter in a microwave-safe container and heating it for about 5 minutes.
How can I tell if the center is completely cooked through?
When you poke the center of the batter with a chopstick and no wet flour clings to it, it is fully cooked.
Can I use other ingredients instead of raisins?
Depending on your preference, you can substitute fruit cocktail, or nuts and fruits such as walnuts and chestnuts.
