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Japanese Castella Cake Recipe

Japanese Castella Cake Recipe
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Learn how to make a delicious Japanese Castella Cake at home with this easy recipe. This sponge cake is light, fluffy, and subtly sweet, perfect for tea time or as a dessert.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients:

  • 1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour, sifted

Wet Ingredients:

  • ½ cup (100g) sugar
  • 4 large eggs (room temperature)
  • 3 tbsp (45ml) honey
  • 2 tbsp (30ml) warm milk
  • 2 tbsp (30ml) vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Honey-Milk Mixture: Warm the honey and milk together until smooth. Set aside.
  2. Whip Eggs and Sugar: Beat the eggs with a hand mixer on high speed until pale and thick. Gradually add the sugar while beating.
  3. Combine Dry and Wet Ingredients: Lower the speed and gently fold in the sifted flour in small portions. Add the honey–milk mixture, oil, and vanilla. Mix gently until smooth and lump-free.
  4. Bake the Cake: Line a loaf pan or square baking pan with parchment paper. Pour in the batter and tap lightly to remove bubbles. Bake at 160°C (320°F) for about 45–50 minutes, or until golden and a skewer inserted comes out clean.
  5. Rest and Slice: Once baked, remove from the oven and immediately wrap the cake (with parchment still on) in plastic wrap while warm. Let it rest for several hours or overnight before slicing into neat, even pieces.

Notes

  • For best results, use room temperature eggs.
  • Allow the cake to cool completely before slicing for a better texture.

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Keywords: Japanese Castella Cake, Sponge Cake Recipe, Japanese Dessert

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