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Chestnut Chiffon Cake


I made this Chestnut Chiffon Cake after reading the post from Honey Bee Sweets blog but mine is devoid of any 'make up' and is a plain Jane.  Nevertheless, the texture of this chiffon is soft, moist and fluffy and I can indulge more on this cake as it's so light and can hardly fill my tummy even after devouring 3 slices :)








Recipe for Chestnut Chiffon Cake (adapted from 'here')

 Ingredients (A)

  • 4 egg yolks
  • 70 ml water
  • 70ml vegetable oil
  • 125 gm chestnut )  Puree
  • 40 ml milk          )
  • 100 gm superfine flour
(B)
  • 4 egg whites
  • 80 gm caster sugar
Method
  1. In a blender puree the chestnuts with the milk, set aside.
  2. In a mixing bowl, add egg yolks, water, oil and mix well.  Add chestnut puree and mix well.
  3. Sift in the flour, mix till free of lumps.
  4. Beat egg whites, gradually add sugar and beat till soft peaks form but not dry.
  5. Add egg whites into egg yolk mixture in 3 portions.  Mix well till free of lumps.
  6. Pour batter into an ungreased 8 inch chiffon cake pan.  Use a toothpick or chopstick to run over the batter to expel air.
  7. Bake in a preheated oven @ 160 deg.C for 40 to 45 mins.  till a skewer inserted comes out clean.
  8. Invert the pan immediately on a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. Run a sharp knife round the pan to unmould the cake.






I'm linking this post to 'Bake Along' and this week's theme is Chiffon Cakes
jointly hosted by
Joyce of  Kitchen Flavours, Zoe of  Bake for Happy Kids and  Lena of  Frozen Wings.



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  1. ~ Nee ~July 14, 2014 at 9:38 AM

    Hi Cheah , what a gorgeous cake , I bet the taste is just delicious , thanks for sharing:)

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  2. KimmyJuly 14, 2014 at 10:43 AM

    Hi Soke Hah, haven't tried this chiffon with nutty flavour. Must be yummy. Looks light and fluffy. Bookmarked.

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    1. Sokehah cheahJuly 15, 2014 at 11:01 PM

      Yes, hope you'll give it a try, Kimmy. Must admit that it's unique!

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  3. PHJuly 14, 2014 at 1:19 PM

    Hi Cheah! Your Chestnut Chiffon Cake is lovely. It is amazing the variety of chiffon cakes available these days.

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    1. Sokehah cheahJuly 15, 2014 at 11:01 PM

      Yes, fellow bloggers are very creative, must admit!

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  4. Medeja- CranberryJamJuly 14, 2014 at 5:45 PM

    Sounds interesting and looks just perfect!

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  5. kitchen flavoursJuly 14, 2014 at 6:11 PM

    Hi Cheah,
    Another interesting flavour for chiffon cakes! Looks really nice and fluffy. I'll join you for another 3 pieces, with a cup of hot tea!

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  6. mui muiJuly 14, 2014 at 6:21 PM

    Hi Cheah,
    I love chestnuts. Saw lots of fresh chestnuts on sell in the supermarket around my area.
    Must grab some and try out this recipe. Your chiffon looks lovely.
    mui

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    1. Sokehah cheahJuly 15, 2014 at 11:03 PM

      Thanks for the compliment. Nowadays I do see quite a number of these chestnuts in the supermarket and affordable too!

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  7. Karen LuvswesavoryJuly 14, 2014 at 7:19 PM

    Hi Cheah, I love chestnut, especially those roasted ones with shells got to crack & peel them. But haven't tried chestnut in chiffon. Must be delicious!

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    1. Sokehah cheahJuly 15, 2014 at 11:05 PM

      Well, you'll need to try and bake it then you'll know the taste of this chiffon. But you won't be disappointed, I can assure you :)

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  8. ann lowJuly 14, 2014 at 8:29 PM

    Hi Cheah, Your chiffon cake looks good and yummy with chestnut in it. Thanks for sharing the recipe :)

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  9. Veronica July 14, 2014 at 9:11 PM

    Your chestnut chiffon looks awesome. Lovely colour too.

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  10. ICook4FunJuly 15, 2014 at 2:05 AM

    I see chiffon everywhere ha ha ha I never get bore with it. I just love chiffon cake. Eat without too much guilt. I like this flavor combo.

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    1. Sokehah cheahJuly 15, 2014 at 11:07 PM

      Thank you and I do agree with you, eat without too much guilt!

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  11. ZoeJuly 15, 2014 at 7:55 AM

    Hi Cheah,

    Every slice of your chestnut chiffon cake looks rich in flavour and yet so light in texture. Sounds wonderful to me :D

    Zoe

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  12. Lite Home BakeJuly 15, 2014 at 10:27 AM

    This is a very interesting flavor, wish i could taste a slice of it :)

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    1. Sokehah cheahJuly 15, 2014 at 11:08 PM

      It's easy .... try to bake it and you'll know :)

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  13. Angie's RecipesJuly 15, 2014 at 10:45 AM

    Soft and light..Cheah, this is a perfect chiffon.

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  14. My Little SpaceJuly 16, 2014 at 9:09 PM

    Wow, your chiffon looks so perfect. Wish I can bring a slices home with me. haha....
    Enjoy your evening dear.
    Kristy

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    1. Sokehah cheahJuly 16, 2014 at 11:39 PM

      Thank you, Kristy. You have a great evening too!

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  15. lenaJuly 16, 2014 at 9:57 PM

    that's a pretty chiffon and i do believe chestnut ones are delicious! 3 slices sure not enough la ...hehe

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    1. Sokehah cheahJuly 16, 2014 at 11:40 PM

      I agree with you. I can easily wallop half of the cake myself :)

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  16. Baking DiaryJuly 19, 2014 at 10:37 PM

    Another new flavour chiffon to try, looks yummy!

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