Gambian Sesame Seed Cake (Kuli Kuli Cake)
A sweet and nutty cake made primarily from ground sesame seeds, often enjoyed as a snack or dessert. This version incorporates elements for a moist and flavorful cake.
🧂 Ingredients
- 250 g Sesame seeds(toasted and ground into a coarse flour)
- 150 g All-purpose flour
- 200 g Sugar
- 125 g Butter(softened)
- 3 large Eggs
- 120 ml Milk
- 1.5 tsp Baking powder
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract
- 0.5 tsp Salt
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease and flour a 20cm (8-inch) round cake pan.
- 2
In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- 3
Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
- 4
In a separate bowl, whisk together the ground sesame seeds, all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
- 5
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined.
- 6
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and spread evenly.
- 7
Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- 8
Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Ensure sesame seeds are well toasted for maximum flavor.
- ✓Do not overmix the batter after adding dry ingredients.
- ✓Allow the cake to cool completely before slicing for best texture.
🔄 Variations
- Add a handful of chopped peanuts to the batter for extra crunch.
- Drizzle with a simple glaze made from powdered sugar and lemon juice.