Description
A savory cake featuring ham and Gruyère cheese, perfect for brunch or a light meal.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup diced cooked ham
- 1 cup shredded Gruyère cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped chives
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, vegetable oil, and eggs.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Fold in the diced ham, shredded Gruyère cheese, and chopped chives.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, you can add a pinch of nutmeg to the dry ingredients.
- This cake can be served warm or at room temperature.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 35 min
- Category: Savory Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: savory cake, ham, gruyere, cheese, brunch, quick bread, easy recipe