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Title: Zebra Cake
Post by: isi on February 06, 2010, 01:39:01 am
Hello

Today I made a wonderful cake. In addition to being original it is very light and fluffy.
Here it goes:

Recipe Name:
 
ZEBRA CAKE
 (http://i470.photobucket.com/albums/rr64/melgaco/DSC_0002-1.jpg)


Ingredients
5 Eggs
1 / 8 l Warm Water (125 mls)
1 tablespoon rum
250 grams Sugar
1 packet of vanilla sugar (I use allways 2 teaspoons homemade ;))
1 / 4 l Oil  (250mls)
375 grams of flour
2 teaspoons of Baking Powder
2 tablespoons Cocoa powder

Preparation
Separate eggs into yolks and whites.
Reserve the yolks
Whisk the egg whites with 2 tablespoons Sugar (take from the 250 grams!) - 5 minutes - level 3 -  50 º (with butterfly)
Reserve.

Remove the Butterfly.
Put the Yolk / Sugar / Water / Rum / vanilla sugar in the Thermomix -  4 min. / level 4
At the last minute put the oil on top of the cover with the measuring cup on so it drips slowly into the Thermomix.
Finally place the flour and baking powder and mix vel 1-2-3-4-5 / 1-2-3-4-5.
mix in the whites with spatula

Remove half of the mix and leave aside.

Add the cocoa in the remaining Mass and mix on level 3.

NOW:
Grease a pan with butter and sprinkle with breadcrumbs.
Place a tablespoon of mass in the center then (with a nother) a Tablespoon of the other colored Mass direkt  overr the first one - CAUTION DO NOT SPREAD IT GOES  ALONE it will slip slowly!!!!!!
(http://i470.photobucket.com/albums/rr64/melgaco/Photo067.jpg)
1 tablespoon light / 1  tablespoon dark  ......
It is very important that each mass has its own spoon!

(http://i470.photobucket.com/albums/rr64/melgaco/Photo068.jpg)
(http://i470.photobucket.com/albums/rr64/melgaco/Photo070.jpg)

Bake the cake at 180 degrees for about 40-50 minutes. All ovens are different!!!!
Everything depends on the size of the Form
If wider bake faster if closer is a little more!
Do the test with the straws in the center !!!!
(http://i470.photobucket.com/albums/rr64/melgaco/DSC_0001-1.jpg)

Hope you like it!!
Byeeeee
isi

members' comments

VHJ - my boys pronounced it "superb". It really is very impressive to look at. My chocolate wasn't as dark as yours but I think it's time I invested in a better quality cocoa. Thanks for another great recipe Isi.

fruity - I made this (or a version) of this today, got interrupted after whipping the eggs whites and forgot to reserve them so added  the next ingredients in with it, batter worked brilliantly. Had enough to fill a spring form cake pan and 6 texan muffins, worked brilliantly apart from volcanoing at the top of the spring form pan, will cut it after tea for the boys 'zerters . The muffins have been given the thumbs up by the painter and the 4 (almost 5) old. I though I would do this for his birthday cake in a large rectangle and cut to ice it. Would be a huge surprise for the kids to see when it is cut.

Chookie - Made this ages ago.  Gave the GC a dish and spoon each and they formed the cake. Loved it.

Janie-123 - what are the measurements of water and oil 1/8 of what?? and 1/4 of what???  Just tried making this and my batter was not right at all.  I think as I had the wrong measurements.  Also, what should the egg whites be like at the end of whisking them with butterfly???  Mine seemed very warm and cooked almost, not like whisked egg whites???

fruity - I made it as 1/8 litre (ie 125ml) and 1/4 litre (ie 250 mls) and mine worked beautifully.





Title: Re: Zebra Cake
Post by: Thermomixer on February 06, 2010, 03:14:26 am
Very interesting.

Thanks Isi - great work again.

Ta  :-* :-*

(wish i could speak Portuguese - can't even manage Italian yet)
Title: Re: Zebra Cake
Post by: brazen20au on February 06, 2010, 03:54:21 am
wow that is amazing!!!!!!!!!!

was lol at book the gems  :D a cute translation
Title: Re: Zebra Cake
Post by: Very Happy Jan on February 06, 2010, 04:10:37 am
WOW Isi - that looks fabulous. Thanks for the translation Thermomixer.
Title: Re: Zebra Cake
Post by: Ceejay on February 06, 2010, 04:13:43 am
Fabulous!!  :-*

It has to be good with rum in it doesn't it?  ;)

My query is "a packet of vanilla sugar"... is that a teaspoon, tablespoon or do you have a weight?

I must say your english is improving wonderfully to match your cooking skills Isi!  ;D
Title: Re: Zebra Cake
Post by: cookie1 on February 06, 2010, 09:33:08 am
Isi another lovely recipe. I often make a marble cake (3 colours) and have never thought of just putting it in the centre like that and letting it spread itself. Thanks.
Title: Re: Zebra Cake
Post by: isi on February 06, 2010, 10:48:23 am
Thank you so much everyone for your help, opinion and nice comments.
I changed everything  (thanks Thermo ;))  Hope everyone understands it now :D :D

Bye isi
Title: Re: Zebra Cake
Post by: judydawn on February 06, 2010, 11:19:18 am
A very clever recipe with a wonderful effect isi - one to impress visitors  :-* :-* They won't be able to work out how we did it.
Title: Re: Zebra Cake
Post by: isi on February 06, 2010, 11:23:02 am
 :D :D :D :D :D
hehehehe
Great isn,t it!!!??
 :-* :-*
Title: Re: Zebra Cake
Post by: cookie1 on February 06, 2010, 12:10:42 pm
We can just say "oh, it's another of Isi's recipes."
Title: Re: Zebra Cake
Post by: quirkycooking on February 06, 2010, 12:42:33 pm
WOW!!!  That's beautiful - can't wait to try it!  Thanks Isi  :-* :-* :-*
Title: Re: Zebra Cake
Post by: isi on February 06, 2010, 12:53:10 pm
I look forward for your results!!
 :)isi
Title: Re: Zebra Cake
Post by: brazen20au on February 07, 2010, 08:31:22 am
thanks for the inspiration isi :)
http://brazen20au.blogspot.com/2010/02/neapolitan-cake.html
Title: Re: Zebra Cake
Post by: Very Happy Jan on February 07, 2010, 08:44:45 am
Made this today and my boys pronounced it "superb". It really is very impressive to look at. My chocolate wasn't as dark as yours but I think it's time I invested in a better quality cocoa. Thanks for another great recipe Isi
Title: Re: Zebra Cake
Post by: faffa_70 on February 07, 2010, 02:41:00 pm
Ok this is on my list for this week - it looks very impressive Isi!!
 
VHJ I am investing tomorrow in raw cocao powder to replace my expensive cocoa powder (OMG I just had the thought of I hope I can do that - please let me know someone if I can't!!)
Title: Re: Zebra Cake
Post by: isi on February 07, 2010, 06:20:55 pm
@brazen - I'm glad that I have inspired you  - You made a true work of art . Congratulations :) :-* :-* :-*
@VHP - Thanks for your sympathy - regards to your boys - they are real gentleman's! ;)  :-*
@ faffa - Hope you will like the result too!  :-* :-*

Thanks to everyone
isi
Title: Re: Zebra Cake
Post by: trudy on February 08, 2010, 01:14:05 am
Thanks Isi,  Can't wait to give this a try.

Trudy
Title: Re: Zebra Cake
Post by: Tebasile on February 09, 2010, 06:05:36 am
Thank you for posting your recipe Isi. My children love zebra cake  :)
Title: Re: Zebra Cake
Post by: Tebasile on February 09, 2010, 06:16:13 am
thanks for the inspiration isi :)
http://brazen20au.blogspot.com/2010/02/neapolitan-cake.html

Your cake looks amazing Karen  :)
Title: Re: Zebra Cake
Post by: brazen20au on February 09, 2010, 08:15:19 am
oh thanks elisabeth :)
it's such a great idea to do it that way isn't it! i want to try again with a runnier mix to get it more like isi's (i am jsut far too lazy for separating eggs etc lol)
Title: Re: Zebra Cake
Post by: cathy79 on September 09, 2010, 01:10:29 am
For those who can use colours, check this (http://www.notquitenigella.com/2010/09/09/rainbow-cake/) out for further ideas!
Title: Re: Zebra Cake
Post by: achookwoman on September 09, 2010, 02:11:03 am
cathy79, OMG.  But something to think about. ;D
Title: Re: Zebra Cake
Post by: cookie1 on September 09, 2010, 09:12:51 am
Very bright. I would imagine that some children would love that.
Title: Re: Zebra Cake
Post by: CreamPuff63 on September 09, 2010, 03:14:11 pm
i didn't know what to expect as I was clicking onto your blog, was looking at the gorgeous cutlery etc and then POW! there is no mistaking that rainbow and all its glorious colours. you are very talented C79
Title: Re: Zebra Cake
Post by: cathy79 on September 10, 2010, 11:34:13 pm
i didn't know what to expect as I was clicking onto your blog, was looking at the gorgeous cutlery etc and then POW! there is no mistaking that rainbow and all its glorious colours. you are very talented C79
CP - I'd love to take the credit, but this is not my blog or hard work.  There are some great recipes on it though.
Title: Re: Zebra Cake
Post by: brazen20au on September 15, 2010, 11:29:00 am
wow, my kids would be high as kites after all those colours  :o
Title: Re: Zebra Cake
Post by: lizzieO on September 24, 2010, 02:00:52 pm
Wow don't you just like making things that leave people flabbergasted? Isi if you are Portuguese, have you made the Pasteis de Nata (recipe found in this forum), if so tell me re the pastry. I thought the Portuguese rolled it, sliced it then pressed it into the tin to get the true result - the recipe says just cut it but hat doesn't seem right. Also is it necessary to use just egg yolks or can you cheat with whole eggs? I am not Portuguese but I lived there for 11 years, speak the language, mais o menos and love the food.
Title: Re: Zebra Cake
Post by: droverjess on June 27, 2012, 10:40:04 pm
This looks fabulous.
We don't have any rum.
Would whiskey work or gin?

Suggestions please. Thanks

DJ
Title: Re: Zebra Cake
Post by: fundj&e on June 27, 2012, 11:15:03 pm
give it ago DJ. i will be waiting  for some photos  ;D
Title: Re: Zebra Cake
Post by: Halex on June 27, 2012, 11:17:28 pm
DJ, yes please give it a go, looks fantastic. Cant wait to see your photos

H :)
Title: Re: Zebra Cake
Post by: obbie on June 29, 2012, 05:57:04 am
I should make this tomorrow, have heaps of eggs.
Title: Re: Zebra Cake
Post by: ~[fruity]~ on August 07, 2012, 06:14:10 am
I made this (or a version  ;) ) of this today,  got interrupted after whipping the eggs whites and forgot to reserve them so add the next ingredients in with it, batter worked brilliantly. Had enough to fill a spring form cake pan and 6 texan muffins, worked brilliantly apart from volcanoing at the top of the spring form pan, will cut it after tea for the boys 'zerters .

The muffins have been given the thumbs up by the painter and the 4 (almost 5) old.

I though I would do this for his birthday cake in a large rectangle and cut to ice it. Would be a huge surprise for the kids to see when it is cut
Title: Re: Zebra Cake
Post by: cookie1 on August 07, 2012, 10:20:57 am
It's a pretty impressive cake when cut.
Title: Re: Zebra Cake
Post by: Missymoo76 on August 07, 2012, 01:27:34 pm
I made this version for my boys birthday. (http://img.tapatalk.com/7cbb44d3-0993-c733.jpg)

(http://img.tapatalk.com/7cbb44d3-09bf-36d3.jpg)
Title: Re: Zebra Cake
Post by: Janey-123 on August 20, 2012, 05:35:39 am
PLease can someone help me with this...what are the measurements of water and oil 1/8 of what?? and 1/4 of what???  Just tried making this and my batter was not right at all.  I think as I had the wrong measurements.  Also, what should the egg whites be like at the end of whisking them with butterfly???  Mine seemed v warm and cooked almost, not like whisked egg whites???

Thanks
Title: Re: Zebra Cake
Post by: fundj&e on August 20, 2012, 05:42:12 am
could the l be for liter

Title: Re: Zebra Cake
Post by: achookwoman on August 20, 2012, 06:35:51 am
Made this ages ago.  Gave the GC a dish and spoon each and they formed the cake. Loved it.  Might make it again when they come for school hols.
Title: Re: Zebra Cake
Post by: fundj&e on August 20, 2012, 06:37:56 am
achookwoman did u read Janey-123 question ;D
Title: Re: Zebra Cake
Post by: achookwoman on August 20, 2012, 06:43:48 am
achookwoman did u read Janey-123 question ;D

Yes uni,  I went back and checked the recipe and agree with you,  I think it is a litre.
Title: Re: Zebra Cake
Post by: fundj&e on August 20, 2012, 06:57:45 am
 ;D thanks ACM
Title: Re: Zebra Cake
Post by: cookie1 on August 20, 2012, 08:51:35 am
Love the photo and the cake MissyMoo 76
Title: Re: Zebra Cake
Post by: ~[fruity]~ on August 20, 2012, 12:36:17 pm
I made it as 1/8 litre (ie 125ml) and 1/4 litre (ie 250 mls) and mine worked beautifully