For Halloween A Kabocha Squash & Cocoa Chiffon Cake

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   Preparation: combine the rum and maple syrup with the cooked and mashed kabocha (You can also substitute water for the maple syrup).

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   Prepare both batters.

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   Add the egg yolks to separate bowls with sugar and mix together; add vegetable oil a bit at a time while whisking with an egg beater.

4. 4

   Add the prepped kabocha squash and water to one bowl, add rum and water to the other bowl, and whisk both.

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   Add the dry ingredients to both bowls, and whisk with an egg beater.

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   *If you add in a bit of red food coloring to the pumpkin batter (not listed), the dough will turn a vibrant orange color when baked.

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   Put egg whites in a separate bowl, and make a meringue by adding sugar in 3 batches.

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   Divide in half and add to each bowl from Step 4.

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   Ladle the batter little by little, alternating between colors as much as possible, and pouring it in at random.

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    Use a spatula for the remaining dough.

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    Bake in an oven preheated to 340F/170C for 35 minutes.

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    Flip the mold upside down after baking to cool, remove from the mold with a chiffon knife, and it is done.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.