If you thought Ube was only good for making purple lattes... prepare to change your mind. 💜
Thanks to its naturally purple color and its sweet, vanilla-like taste , Ube has become a star ingredient in pastry making.

Good news: you don't need to be a chef.
With Ube powder , you can transform very simple recipes into spectacular and ultra-indulgent desserts.

Here are 5 Ube-style dessert ideas that are easy to make at home.

💜 Why use Ube in baking?

Ube is perfect for desserts because it is:

✔ Naturally purple (no dye)
✔ Sweet and easy to love
✔ easy to incorporate into recipes
✔ Ideal for original yet comforting desserts

A classic cake + a little bit of Ube = guaranteed wow effect .

1️⃣ Soft Ube Cake

The classic 💜
A simple, soft, slightly vanilla cake... and naturally purple.

🍰 How to do it?

Add 1 to 2 teaspoons of Ube powder to a classic cake batter (flour, eggs, butter, sugar, milk).

👉 Result:
A soft, purple cake, perfect for afternoon tea or brunch.

2️⃣ Ube Waffles

Probably one of the most fun recipes. 🤤
Ube waffles are crispy on the outside, soft on the inside , and visually stunning.

🧇 How to do it?

Add 1 teaspoon of Ube to your usual waffle batter.

👉 Serve with:

• fruits

• whipped cream

• maple syrup

• vanilla ice cream

3️⃣ Purple pancakes at Ube

Perfect for brunch or a gourmet breakfast.

🥞 How to do it?

Same principle:
Classic pancake batter + 1 spoonful of Ube .

👉 Bonus:
Stack them for an ultra-Instagrammable purple gradient effect. 💜

4️⃣ Ube Cheesecake

For a more sophisticated but still simple dessert.

🍰 Why does it work?

The sweet, vanilla flavor of Ube pairs perfectly with the creamy texture of the cheesecake.

👉 Tip:
Add the Ube to the cream cheese mixture for a uniform purple color.

5️⃣ Ice cream or dessert cream at Ube

Ideal for cupcakes, layer cakes or verrines.

🧁 How to do it?

Blend :

• fresh cheese or cream

• icing sugar

• Ube powder

👉 Result:
A natural purple glaze, soft and ultra-indulgent.

✨ Tips for making perfect desserts at Ube

✔ Start with a small amount of powder (1 tsp)
✔ Adjust according to desired color and taste
✔ Dissolve the powder thoroughly to avoid lumps
✔ Ube likes creamy bases (milk, cream, cream cheese)

🛍️ Which Ube powder should I use?

For optimal results, opt for a premium Ube powder , finely ground.

At Keia Tea, you will find:
💜 Ube Nature - perfect for desserts
🍓 Ube Strawberry - for a fruity touch
🌿 Ube Vanilla - for an even cozier feel

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❓ FAQ - Desserts at Ube

Can Ube be used in pastry making?

Yes, it's perfect for cakes, waffles, pancakes, cheesecakes and frostings.

Does Ube really color desserts?

Yes, its purple color is natural.

What does Ube taste like in a dessert?

Mild, slightly vanilla-flavored, very pleasant.

How much Ube powder should I use?

Generally, 1 teaspoon is enough.

🎉 Conclusion

Ube is the perfect ingredient to revisit classic desserts in a violet, gourmet and original version.
Simple to use, pretty and delicious, it transforms every recipe into a fun and creative moment.

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