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Homemade Castella Sponge Cake

CASTELLA SPONGES CAKE RECIPE

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The article explores the world of homemade Castella sponge cake, a Japanese delicacy with Portuguese roots. Covering ingredients, equipment, and step-by-step instructions, it guides readers through the art of creating this delightful dessert.
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CourseCakes
CuisineAmerican
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time40 minutes
Total Time1 hour
Servings8 peoples
Calories210kcal

Ingredients

  • 6 egg whites
  • 6 egg yolks
  • 85 g sugar
  • 80 ml of vegetable oil
  • 90 g cake flour/sponge flour
  • 70 ml of milk
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Instructions

  • Beat the egg whites until foamy, then add sugar. Keep beating until still peak formed.
  • Heat the oil in a microwave for 90 seconds on high, or you can heat the oil on the stove for one minute. Add in flour and salt, mix well. Add in egg yolks and milk, mix until smooth.
  • Add meringue bit by bit into the batter, fold it gently.
  • Pour the batter into a lined baking tin, bang the cake tin for few times to release the air bubbles.
  • Put the cake tin in a larger baking sheet, then pour hot water into it to make a water bath.
  • Pop into a preheated oven at 150C, bake for about an hour or until fully cooked.
  • Once it cooked, bang the cake tin a few times, this can prevent the cake from shrinking. Let it cool completely then slice it.
  • Enjoy.

Nutrition

Calories: 210kcal
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