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Xu Xê Cakes (also known as bride and groom cakes) are an essential part of wedding ceremonies. These cakes feature a fragrant pandan-flavored dough mixed with coconut fibers, encasing a creamy mung bean filling. The process is simple yet requires precision in kneading the dough and sautéing the filling. The result is a plate of enticing, mouthwatering, and visually appealing cakes. Let's try making these traditional bride and groom cakes at home with our recipe below!
Xu Xê Cakes – The Indispensable Gift at Engagement Ceremonies
Bride and groom cakes (also known as su sê or xu xê cakes) are a traditional Vietnamese sweet treat. Đình Bảng is closely associated with the origin of this cake during the Lý dynasty. According to legend, the name of the cake was given by King Lý Anh Tông. The story goes that when King Lý Anh Tông went to battle, his dedicated wife laboriously made and sent these cakes to him. Impressed by the delicious taste and thinking of the love between husband and wife, the king named the cake 'bride and groom cake' (later also known as xu xuê cake).
Xu Xê Cake. (Source: Cooky TV)
Following tradition, the cake is wrapped with two types of leaves. Inside, there is a layer of banana leaves for non-stick, and the outermost layer is coconut leaves. Although, at engagement parties, the cake may be placed in red paper boxes.
The best way to cook the cake is by steaming it over a wood-burning stove with medium heat. In many places in Vietnam, the cake is used as a ceremonial item placed in engagement trays. It is also served as a dessert during weddings.
Ingredients for making Xu Xê Cake
Steps to Make Xu Xê Cake
Step 1: Prepare the cake filling
Step 2: Prepare the cake outer layer
Step 3: Complete the Xu Xê Cake
Finished Product of Xu Xê Cake
Congratulations! You've completed the delicious and enticing Xu Xê Cake. The cake is chewy on the outside, mixed with crunchy coconut strands, and has a creamy mung bean filling inside. The distinct flavor of pandan leaves adds a special touch. Enjoy the cake with a hot cup of tea. You can add different colors besides pandan leaves based on your preference!
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