Fluffy Castella Cake Masterpiece
Experience the airy perfection of Castella Cake, a traditional Japanese sponge cake with a Portuguese twist. This cake boasts a delicate sweetness and a wonderfully soft texture that melts in your mouth. Perfect for tea time or as a charming dessert at any gathering, it’s sure to impress with its inviting golden hue and subtle flavor.
ingredients
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter (for greasing)
steps
- 1.
Preheat your oven to 340°F (170°C) and line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper.
- 2.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs and sugar until thick and pale, about 8-10 minutes.
- 3.
In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- 4.
In a small saucepan, combine honey and milk over low heat, stirring until just warm. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
- 5.
Gently fold the dry ingredients into the egg mixture in three batches. Alternate by adding the warm honey mixture and folding until just combined.
- 6.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the surface.
- 7.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- 8.
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- 9.
Slice and enjoy your fluffy Castella Cake plain or with a dusting of powdered sugar!
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