Avocado cake facts for kids
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A mocha almond fudge avocado layer cake. Avocado is present within the layers of the cake.
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| Type | Cake |
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| Course | Dessert |
| Serving temperature | Cold or warmed |
| Main ingredients | Avocado fruit and cake batter |
| Similar dishes | Fruitcake |
Avocado cake is a special kind of cake that uses avocado as a main ingredient. It's made with avocados plus all the usual things you find in a cake. You can mix avocados into the cake mix or use them as a yummy topping.
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What is Avocado Cake?
Avocado is a key ingredient in avocado cake. Many different types of avocados can be used. The cake might have a light avocado taste.
You can mash avocados and add them to the cake batter. They can also be used in the frosting or other toppings. Sometimes, slices of avocado are placed on top of the cake as a decoration. Other toppings, like the peel of citrus fruits, can also be used.
Other ingredients in avocado cake might include yogurt, buttermilk, or dried fruits like raisins and dates. Nuts like walnuts and hazelnuts are also popular. Spices such as allspice, cinnamon, and nutmeg can add flavor. Lemon juice is often used on avocados to stop them from turning brown.
Avocado cake can be made for people who are vegetarian or vegan. Did you know that even Chocolate cake and pancakes can be made with avocado in the batter?
Different Kinds of Avocado Cake
Raw Avocado Cake
Some avocado cakes are made without any cooking! These are called raw avocado cakes. They use fresh, uncooked avocados and other raw ingredients. Everything is blended until it's smooth, then chilled in the fridge. A food processor helps mix all the ingredients.
Raw avocado cakes, especially those with lots of avocado, can be very healthy. They contain good amounts of vitamin E and essential fatty acids. These come naturally from the avocado fruit.
Avocado Brownies
Avocado brownies are a type of brownie that uses avocado as a main ingredient. Using very ripe avocados can make these brownies extra gooey and fudge-like. Some recipes even use black beans instead of flour, making them a unique treat!
Avocado Cheesecake
Avocado cheesecake is a creamy cheesecake that features avocado. It often uses raw avocados, giving it a smooth and rich texture. Avocado cheesecake was even shown on the TV show MasterChef in 2015!
Avocado Toppings for Cakes
Avocado cakes can be topped with something called an avocado-based fool. A fool is a fruit mixture, like a fruit purée, that is mixed with cream or custard. The word "fool" for this dessert has been around since the 1500s!
In Sri Lankan cooking, some milk sponge cakes are topped with "avocado crazy." Avocado crazy is made with avocado, cream, sugar, and lemon juice. Sometimes, a little Rum is added too. It has a creamy texture and a delicious flavor.
