Best Easy Pandan Chiffon Cake Chinese Style Recipe

Fragrant pandan chiffon cake with green color and airy texture is a Southeast Asian-influenced treat. A family dessert with fresh, aromatic pandan flavor.

Cook 70 min Difficulty NORMAL 195 kcal
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Ingredients
Main ingredients
  • cake flour 1.25 cups
  • large eggs 6 pieces
  • granulated sugar 0.75 cups
  • coconut milk 0.5 cups
  • vegetable oil 0.33 cups
Seasonings/Sauce
  • pandan extract 2 tbsp
  • cream of tartar 0.5 tsp
  • salt 0.25 tsp
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates 28 g 58%
Protein 4 g 8%
Fat 7 g 34%
Serving size 85g
Cooking steps
  1. 1

    Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). In a large bowl, sift together 1.25 cups cake flour and 0.25 tsp salt to ensure even texture.

  2. 2

    Separate the 6 eggs. Place the yolks in one bowl and the whites in another separate, completely grease-free bowl.

  3. 3

    In the yolk bowl, whisk together 0.5 cup coconut milk, 0.33 cup vegetable oil, 2 tbsp pandan extract, and 0.5 of the sugar until smooth, then gently fold in the sifted flour mixture.

  4. 4

    Beat the egg whites with 0.5 tsp cream of tartar using a mixer on medium-high until foamy, then slowly add the remaining sugar; continue beating until stiff peaks form (about 3–5 minutes).

  5. 5

    Gently fold the whipped egg whites into the yolk mixture in three additions, being careful not to deflate the batter to maintain the airy structure.

  6. 6

    Pour the batter into an ungreased 9-inch chiffon or tube pan. Smooth the top and tap the pan lightly to release large bubbles.

  7. 7

    Bake for 50–55 minutes. Once baked, immediately invert the pan and allow the cake to cool upside down to avoid collapse.

  8. 8

    Once fully cool, gently run a thin knife along the edges to loosen, then remove the cake from the pan. Slice and serve.

Personalized Q&A
Q. What's the key ingredient in this Pandan Chiffon Cake recipe?
The standout ingredient is pandan extract, which gives the cake its distinct, aromatic fragrance and natural green hue. Combined with coconut milk and cake flour, it creates the signature flavor and light texture characteristic of Southeast Asian-style chiffon cakes.
Q. How do I achieve a light, airy texture in the cake?
It's essential to beat the egg whites with cream of tartar until stiff peaks form and to gently fold them into the batter in parts. This careful handling ensures air is retained, resulting in the classic airy, sponge-like structure.
Q. What prevents the cake from collapsing after baking?
Immediately inverting the chiffon or tube pan after baking allows gravity to maintain the cake's structure as it cools, preventing collapse or dense spots. Also, avoid overmixing the batter once the egg whites are added to keep it light.
Q. How many calories and what is the carb content per serving?
Each serving contains about 195 kcal and 28g of carbohydrates, making up roughly 58% of the cake’s calories per serving.
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