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Eggless Goan Mawa Cake

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A delightful Eggless Goan Mawa Cake, rich in flavors and perfect for celebrations, offering a moist texture with cardamom, nuts, and the sweetness of mawa.

Ingredients

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  • 100 g Unsalted Butter
  • 200 g Mawa (or khoya)
  • 1 cup Milk
  • 1 cup Curd (or Yogurt)
  • 1 tsp Cardamom Powder
  • 240 g All-Purpose Flour
  • 50 g Corn Flour
  • 150 g Powdered Sugar
  • 1 tsp Baking Powder
  • 1 tsp Baking Soda
  • 50 g Cashew Nuts
  • 50 g Slivered Almonds

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease an 8-inch round cake tin.
  2. Cream the unsalted butter until smooth, then add the mawa and mix until combined.
  3. Gradually add milk and curd, mixing until smooth.
  4. Sift and mix the dry ingredients together, then gently fold them into the wet mixture.
  5. Fold in the cashew nuts and slivered almonds.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared cake tin and gently tap to remove air bubbles.
  7. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  8. Let the cake cool in the tin for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
  9. Serve plain or with powdered sugar on top.

Notes

Use fresh mawa for best results. Ensure ingredients are at room temperature and avoid overmixing to keep the cake light.

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