Star Anise and Coriander Spice Cake

Vegetarian
Health score
7%
Star Anise and Coriander Spice Cake
45 min.
10
327kcal

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Welcome to a delightful culinary adventure that brings together the warm, aromatic flavors of star anise and coriander in a stunning dessert – the Star Anise and Coriander Spice Cake! This enchanting cake is perfect for those who appreciate the unique blend of spices that offers an exotic twist on a classic favorite. Ideal for vegetarian diets, this cake is both satisfying and surprisingly light, making it an outstanding choice for any occasion.

Imagine a cake that not only fills your kitchen with a heavenly aroma while baking but also boasts a beautifully moist texture and a subtle sweetness. With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, you can easily whip this together for your next gathering or even as a special treat for yourself. The skillful balance of flavors ensures that each slice is a captivating experience, especially when garnished with fresh strawberries to elevate its appeal.

This cake is not just about taste; it's also packed with wholesome ingredients like farina and a hint of butter that contribute to its moistness while keeping the caloric content surprisingly manageable. With fewer than 330 calories per serving, you can indulge without the guilt! The Star Anise and Coriander Spice Cake is sure to become a cherished recipe in your dessert repertoire, inviting compliments and requests for seconds from everyone who tries it.

Ingredients

  • teaspoon double-acting baking powder 
  • tablespoons coriander seeds 
  • 0.5 cup cream of wheat cereal uncooked
  • large eggs 
  • 1.3 cups flour all-purpose
  • 0.8 teaspoon salt 
  •  star anise 
  • 10 servings strawberries 
  • cup sugar 
  • 0.5 cup butter unsalted softened
  • 0.7 cup milk whole
  • large egg yolk 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • hand mixer
  • cake form

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. and butter and flour an 8- by 2-inch round cake pan.
  2. Into a bowl sift together flour, baking powder, and salt. In an electric coffee/ spice grinder finely grind coriander seeds and star anise. In a large bowl with an electric mixer beat together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add flour mixture, ground spices, and remaining ingredients and beat on low speed until combined. Increase speed to high and beat batter 3 minutes.
  4. Pour batter into pan and bake in middle of oven until cake pulls away slightly from side of pan, about 50 minutes.
  5. Cool cake in pan on a rack 10 minutes. Invert cake onto rack and remove pan. Invert another rack onto cake and turn cake right side up. Cool cake completely.

Nutrition Facts

Calories327kcal
Protein6.69%
Fat32.54%
Carbs60.77%

Properties

Glycemic Index
32.01
Glycemic Load
26.26
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
15.880434678948%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
2.42mg
Petunidin
0.16mg
Delphinidin
0.45mg
Malvidin
0.01mg
Pelargonidin
35.78mg
Peonidin
0.07mg
Catechin
4.48mg
Epigallocatechin
1.12mg
Epicatechin
0.6mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.22mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.16mg
Naringenin
0.37mg
Kaempferol
0.72mg
Myricetin
0.06mg
Quercetin
1.6mg
Gallocatechin
0.04mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:326.7kcal
16.33%
Fat:12.22g
18.8%
Saturated Fat:6.7g
41.86%
Carbohydrates:51.34g
17.11%
Net Carbohydrates:46.98g
17.08%
Sugar:27.92g
31.02%
Cholesterol:81.67mg
27.22%
Sodium:246.26mg
10.71%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:5.66g
11.31%
Vitamin C:85.09mg
103.14%
Manganese:0.82mg
41.02%
Iron:4.87mg
27.06%
Folate:81.32µg
20.33%
Vitamin B1:0.27mg
17.83%
Fiber:4.37g
17.47%
Selenium:12µg
17.15%
Calcium:154.48mg
15.45%
Vitamin B2:0.23mg
13.78%
Vitamin B3:2.74mg
13.69%
Phosphorus:132.65mg
13.26%
Potassium:314.73mg
8.99%
Magnesium:34.91mg
8.73%
Vitamin A:404.85IU
8.1%
Vitamin B6:0.15mg
7.43%
Copper:0.14mg
6.91%
Vitamin E:0.87mg
5.78%
Vitamin B5:0.56mg
5.56%
Zinc:0.74mg
4.96%
Vitamin D:0.63µg
4.22%
Vitamin K:4.1µg
3.9%
Vitamin B12:0.22µg
3.63%
Source:Epicurious