Cebuana Torta
Torta Mamon is a favorite delicacy from Cebu known for its rich flavor and spongy but dense texture. Bake this popular Visayan treat and enjoy any time with a cup of coffee!
Prep Time15 minutes mins
Cook Time30 minutes mins
Total Time45 minutes mins
Course: Baked Goods, Snack
Cuisine: Filipino
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 390kcal
- 1 ¾ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 8 egg yolks (from large eggs), at room temperature
- 1 ½ cups sugar
- ¾ cup canola oil
- ¼ cup butter, melted
- 1 cup evaporated milk, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- margarine or butter for brushing on the torta
- sugar, for sprinkling on top
Preheat the oven to 350 F. Grease the insides of the mamon or brioche molds. Set aside.
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt until well combined. Set aside.
In another large bowl, whisk together the oil, melted butter, and sugar until the sugar is dissolved
Add the egg yolks and whisk until well-incorporated.
Add the milk and stir well.
Gradually add the flour mixture to the liquid mixture, stirring until the mixture is smooth.
Add the vanilla extract and stir.
Ladle the batter into the prepared molds until ¾ full.
Arrange the filled molds on a baking tray and bake at 350 F for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the tops are lightly golden.
Remove the torta from heat and let cool slightly.
Brush the tops with softened butter or margarine and sprinkle with sugar.
- Do not overwork the batter. Beat the mixture just until smooth and free of any streak of flour. The batter should be smooth and flowy but is not too runny.
- The molds used in the recipe are 3.5 inches in diameter and 1 inch deep. If using a larger size, bake the torta for another 5 to 8 minutes.
Calories: 390kcal | Carbohydrates: 42g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 12g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 147mg | Sodium: 266mg | Potassium: 100mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 27g | Vitamin A: 342IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 134mg | Iron: 1mg