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Jasmine Grape Cake

Delightful Jasmine Grape Cake for a Refreshing Treat

This Jasmine Grape Cake is a light and refreshing dessert featuring chiffon layers, jasmine tea, and fresh grapes.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 27 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 57 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 3 bags Jasmine Tea Bags Provides aromatic flavor; substitute with other floral teas like chamomile for a different taste.
  • 1 cup Hot Water Activates tea flavor; ensure it's at the right temperature for proper steeping.
  • 6 large Eggs Acts as a leavening agent and provides structure; room temperature eggs whip to a greater volume.
  • 0.5 tsp Cream of Tartar Stabilizes egg whites in meringue; can be replaced with lemon juice if unavailable.
  • 150 g Granulated Sugar Sweetens the cake and adds moisture; use a sugar substitute for lower calories if desired.
  • 50 g Light-Tasting Oil Adds moisture and tenderness; vegetable or canola oil are good alternatives.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor; almond extract can be used for a different note.
  • 120 g Cake Flour Provides a light texture; all-purpose flour can be substituted, but results will differ.
  • 0.5 tsp Baking Powder Helps the cake rise; ensure it's fresh for optimal leavening.
For the Whipped Cream
  • 300 g Whipping Cream Creates the cake's fluffy frosting; substitutes like coconut cream can be used for a vegan option.
  • 20 g Powdered Sugar Sweetens and stabilizes the whipped cream; use more depending on desired sweetness.
For the Decoration
  • 34 Green Grapes Adds a refreshing flavor and texture; any seedless grape variety works well.

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric Mixer
  • Spatula
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x13 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. Take three jasmine tea bags and steep them in a cup of hot water for about 10 minutes. Once done, remove the tea bags and let the liquid cool.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine the cake flour and baking powder. Add the tea leaves from the remaining two jasmine tea bags to the flour mixture.
  4. Separate the egg whites from the yolks, beat the egg whites with cream of tartar until frothy, then gradually add in granulated sugar until stiff peaks form.
  5. In another bowl, whisk the egg yolks and remaining sugar until creamy. Mix in the cooled jasmine tea, light oil, and vanilla extract. Sift in the flour mixture slowly.
  6. Gently fold the whipped egg whites into the yolk mixture using a spatula until well combined.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-27 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let the cake cool completely in the pan.
  8. Use a 6-inch ring to cut out layers from the cake, keeping rounds intact or making smaller pieces.
  9. In a chilled mixing bowl, whip the cream with powdered sugar and a splash of vanilla extract until firm peaks form.
  10. Assemble your cake with layers of cake, whipped cream, and quartered green grapes, finishing with whipped cream on top.
  11. Cover and chill the cake in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours to set.
  12. Before serving, decorate the top with additional whipped cream and halved grapes. Serve chilled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 130mgSugar: 18gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

To maintain the cake's light texture, ensure egg whites are beaten to stiff peaks and allow the cake to cool gradually in the pan.

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