"You could have the same old, boring birthday cake, but this year, why not throw some spicy, sweet and earthy flavor into the mix. Meet the Ginger Cake with Tangerine Curd and Matcha Icing. Between the peppery layers of ginger cake, the tartness of the tangerine curd and the richness of the green tea icing, you’ll be blowing out extra candles just to wish for more...."
INGREDIENTS
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Cake
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4 egg whites
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1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar
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1/2 cup granulated sugar, divided
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3/4 cup sifted cake flour
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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1 teaspoon ground ginger
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1/4 cup milk
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2 egg yolks
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3 tablespoons grated fresh ginger
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Tangerine Curd
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2/3 cup tangerine juice
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3 tablespoons cornstarch
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1/2 cup granulated sugar
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pinch of salt
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4 egg yolks
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6 tablespoons butter, cut into tablespoons
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1 tablespoon tangerine zest
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Green Tea Icing
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3 egg whites
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3/4 cup granulated sugar
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1 tablespoon matcha powder
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pinch of salt
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1 cup (2 sticks) butter, softened and cut into tablespoons