What goes with Ottolenghi cauliflower cake?

As to serving, I'll let Ottolenghi speak for himself: "Serve this cake as a light supper alongside a makeshift salad of sliced cucumber, dill, mint, a little sugar, cider vinegar, and canola oil . Wrapped well, this cake will taste even better the next day."

Why is my poke cake soggy?

This can happen when you pour too much liquid into the holes of your cake . This can occur when the holes are less than an inch apart from each other and this is why instant pudding is such a game-changer — its thick consistency won't drench the cake sponge too quickly, resulting in a soggy mess.

What brings out the Flavour of cauliflower?

This is true of any vegetable — boiling it will give you a flavor closer to the raw flavor, which means more bitterness and more astringency. Caramelizing it will bring out its hidden sweetness. This light, vibrant roasted cauliflower salad is a recipe I developed for the fall menu at Duo.

What style of food is Ottolenghi?

From this, Ottolenghi has developed a style of food which is rooted in Middle Eastern and Mediterranean traditions , but which also draws in diverse influences and ingredients from around the world.

Why is it called poke cake?

Poke-and-pour cake (also called poke cake) is a cake recipe that calls for holes to be poked in it after baking , usually with the handle of a wooden spoon or a wooden skewer. Then a liquid is poured over the baked cake to soak into the cake holes.

How do you keep a cake super moist?

Seven Bakery Secrets to Incredibly Moist Cakes Every Time Use Buttermilk Instead of Milk. Add Vegetable Oil. Use Instant Clearjel or Instant Pudding Mix. Use the Right Recipe. Don't Overbake. Bake in Sheet Pans Instead of individual Cake Pans. Use a Simple Syrup or Glaze. Apr 23, 2021

How long is poke cake good for in the fridge?

Storing Leftover Cake To keep jello poke cake on hand for up to a week , store it in an airtight container in the fridge. This will prevent it from soaking up any smells lingering in the fridge, while also helping it to continue to develop its flavors. Hello, delicious leftovers!

What to serve with Ottolenghi cod cakes?

Serve with bulgar, rice, couscous or bread, alongside sautéed spinach or Swiss chard .

What is cauliflower good to eat with?

You can enjoy raw cauliflower florets as a snack dipped in hummus or another healthy vegetable dip . Cauliflower can also be cooked in a variety of ways, such as steaming, roasting, or sautéing. It makes an excellent side dish or can be combined with dishes like soups, salads, stir-fries, and casseroles.

What do you eat with Welsh cakes?

Everyone likes to eat their welsh cakes differently and you should know that if you are talking to us there is no wrong or right way. Enjoy them with sugar, butter, plain, jam, cream, or even chocolate spread and marshmallow – the point of a welsh cake is that is makes you feel warm and cosy for a little minute.

What to serve with cake?

Ice cream, of course. Usually vanilla, but many other flavors can also be great with certain cakes. Whipped cream. Tea, hot or iced. Coffee. Milk. Champagne. Sparkling water. Feb 2, 2018

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Published: Sep 15, 2013 · Updated: Jul 13, 2021 by Angela Coleby · This post may contain affiliate links · This blog generates income via ads ·

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Gluten FreeLow CarbVegetarian

This low carb cauliflower chocolate cake uses cooked cauliflower as you would a carrot cake. It's a healthy, creative way to make a keto and gluten free dessert with cauliflower.

Cauliflower in a cake? Madness I hear you cry! I thought so too when I came across a few cauliflower brownie recipes and just had to give it a try. So baked a cake out of it. The cauliflower cannot be tasted (thankfully in this case!) but helps give a moist and delicious cake. You could bake this in another tin and serve it as brownies too.

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Making a cauliflower chocolate cake

Your first question may be "does it taste like cauliflower?" but the answer is no. The cauliflower gives an added moisture to the cake as well as a conversation starter. If you can bake a delicious cake out of carrot and zucchini why not cauliflower? It is the versatile vegetable after all.

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I took this cake into work, offered it, watched everyone eat it, then told them of the mystery ingredient. No-one guessed. Then again my office is cake hungry and come 4pm it's a sugar rush of angry tigers.

I thought about spreading a chocolate topping over this, but I think it would be too rich. The cake was just moreish warm and the Chief taster was very surprised about the mystery ingredient. No one will guess it!!

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Cauliflower Chocolate Cake

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Course Cake

Servings 8 Slices

Ingredients

1 cup Cauliflower grated
½ cup coconut milk
50 grams Dark chocolate
1 cup coconut oil
2 oz cream cheese
3 eggs
½ cup almond flour
¼ cup flaxseed flour
½ cup cocoa powder unsweetened
3 tablespoon low carb sweetener
½ teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
¼ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon mixed spice
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 190C/375F degrees.
Lightly oil a 7 inch springform cake tin.
Place the dry ingredients in a bowl and mix well.
Place the raw cauliflower in a food processor or blender and blitz until smooth. Add the coconut milk and blend thoroughly.
Melt the chocolate and coconut oil in a Bain Marie (bowl over simmering water).
Add the cauliflower mixture and add the eggs, vanilla, sweetener and cream cheese. Blend well.
Add the dry ingredients and mix well.
Pour into the cake tin and bake for 30 minutes.
Eat and enjoy!

Notes

Serves 4-8.

Nutrition: Per Slice (based on 8 pieces) : 476 Calories; 45g Fat; 8g Protein;14g Carbohydrate; 5g Dietary Fiber; 9g Net Carb

The net carbs will be the total carb count minus the fibre count. Carb count excludes sugar alcohols.

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Gloria Haywood
July 09, 2023 at 2:38 am
The flavour and texture are quite nice, and easy to prepare. However, it was far too oily.
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- Angela Coleby
  July 11, 2023 at 1:54 pm
  Thanks for letting me know. It's time I revisited this recipe!
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Charli
May 14, 2023 at 8:30 pm
Any suggestions to make it egg and nut free??
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- Angela Coleby
  May 16, 2023 at 9:09 am
  Perhaps a combination of a flax egg and replace the almond flour with coconut flour (with the volume reduced). You will need to increase the coconut milk too.
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Kari
January 23, 2018 at 9:46 am
Has anyone made this? Taste? Texture??
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sarah
February 07, 2016 at 7:36 pm
Brilliant recipe! Thanks! Just wondering though: any ideas on how to substitute the cream cheese? I don't do too well on diary..
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- Angela Coleby
  February 08, 2016 at 9:12 am
  Hi Sarah. Perhaps some avocado? Hope you enjoy it!
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lucyshewellphd
July 08, 2015 at 7:13 am
I just tried to make a frozen strawberry and coconut slice and I did not enjoy it. But I am tempted to try it in a cake... Is it worth the effort?
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- Divalicious
  July 08, 2015 at 8:40 am
  It's always worth a cake! 😉
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Barbara.
October 14, 2014 at 6:44 pm
Hi cake did not rise much and did not have much depth! Any ideas what I did wrong.
Thanks
Barbara
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- Divalicious
  October 17, 2014 at 9:05 am
  Hi Barbara, I'm not too sure. Perhaps it's the oven temperature? (I swear they vary from oven to oven). Hope it tasted okay though!
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Jazzy-K
August 15, 2014 at 11:16 am
Hello again Diva! Can you tell me what kind of chocolate you use? (Sweet, semi-sweet, unsweetened?) Thank you!
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- Divalicious
  August 15, 2014 at 11:34 am
  Hi there! I use a very dark chocolate with 80% solids because that's my personal taste. Hope you enjoy it!
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Natalie
April 15, 2014 at 1:57 am
What would be a good substitute for the ground flax in this recipe? Chia seeds, wheat germ...?
Thanks!!
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- Divalicious
  April 15, 2014 at 7:29 am
  Hi Natalie, chia seeds would be a great alternative! Hope you enjoy it!
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Nandini G
October 19, 2013 at 6:43 am
Cauliflower in cake sounds like a great idea, specially since I am trying to loose weight and have a sweet tooth.
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- Divalicious
  October 20, 2013 at 4:24 pm
  Hi Nandini and thanks for stopping by. Hope you enjoy it!
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Debbie
October 18, 2013 at 3:43 pm
Good morning! This is a recipe I definitely plan to try. Just wanted to check on one ingredient, the flaxseed. You do mean the flaxseed & not flaxseed meal? I have both & want to make sure I use the correct ingredient. Thank you!
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- Divalicious
  October 20, 2013 at 4:23 pm
  Hi Debbie! Thanks for popping by! I use flaxseed meal (ground flaxseed). Hope you enjoy it!
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Laura
October 04, 2013 at 5:02 am
What is "mixed spice"? Is that allspice?
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- Divalicious
  October 06, 2013 at 4:31 pm
  Hi Laura, yes it is. Hope you enjoy it! Or just go nuts with the spice of your own choice!
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the vegan kitchen of dr caligari
September 16, 2013 at 8:24 pm
Cauliflower in a cake? That's simply brilliant! Cannot wait to try it!
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- Divalicious
  September 17, 2013 at 7:19 pm
  Hope you enjoy it! Thanks for stopping by!
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Joanna
September 16, 2013 at 7:50 am
Sounds fantastic. I live in Ethiopia and can't always get the ingredients I need for all the great recipes, but cauliflower is abundant! Do you need to steam it first or just blend raw? Thanks!
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- Divalicious
  September 16, 2013 at 7:21 pm
  Wow! Welcome and glad you stopped by! Abundant cauliflower! I would be in veggie heaven! You grind it raw first. Hope you enjoy it!
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Kate
September 16, 2013 at 2:40 am
What's the carb count?
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Gana GS
September 15, 2013 at 11:28 pm
Is the cauliflower cooked before the food processor ?
Thanks
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- Divalicious
  September 16, 2013 at 7:16 pm
  No, the cauliflower is raw. Just make sure that it is ground well, and when mixed with the coconut milk, you blend it until there are no lumps.
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sharon
September 15, 2013 at 3:28 pm
some of your measurments are in grams. could you give the liquid eqivalent? i dont know what 50 grams is equal to in a measuring cup
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- Divalicious
  September 15, 2013 at 3:51 pm
  Hi Sharon. Try this link. Hope it works out!
  http://www.deliaonline.com/home/conversion-tables.html
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celestedimilla
September 15, 2013 at 10:32 am
I've made brownies with beans, but cake with cauliflower? Very interesting!! Celeste 🙂
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- Divalicious
  September 15, 2013 at 2:11 pm
  It makes a very moist cake and thankfully does not give the cake a cauliflower taste. Kinda like how zucchini works in cakes I guess. Hope you enjoy it and thanks for popping by!
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