Bangladeshi Mishti Doi Cake with Caramelized Yogurt Frosting
A decadent fusion cake inspired by the classic Bengali sweet yogurt, featuring a spiced sponge and a creamy, tangy caramelized yogurt frosting. This dessert captures the essence of traditional Mishti Doi in a celebratory cake form.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour sifted
- 1 cup granulated sugar divided
- 1 cup plain whole-milk yogurt at room temperature
- 0.5 cup vegetable oil neutral-flavored
- 3 large eggs at room temperature
- 1 tsp ground cardamom freshly ground preferred
- 0.5 tsp baking powder
- 0.5 tsp baking soda
- 0.25 tsp salt
- 1.5 cups plain whole-milk yogurt for frosting, chilled
- 0.5 cup sweetened condensed milk for frosting
- 1 tbsp caramel sauce store-bought or homemade, for drizzling
Notes
Storage: Cover and refrigerate for up to 3 days. Make-Ahead: Bake the cake up to 2 days in advance; frost the day of serving. Variations: Add chopped pistachios or almonds on top for crunch. Serve chilled as a refreshing dessert after a rich meal.