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Castella Cake Recipe

Ingredients

  • 100-120g Bread flour
  • 4-6 Large eggs
  • 120g Sugar
  • 40g Honey
  • 30ml warm milk
  • 1tablespoon White sparkling sugar

Instructions

  1. Prepare Pan & Oven: Preheat oven to 320°F (160°C). Line a loaf pan (square or rectangular) with parchment paper, ensuring paper rises above the rim
  2. Prep Liquids: Mix honey and warm milk until dissolved. Set aside
  3. Whip Eggs: Using a stand mixer, beat eggs and sugar on high for 10-15 minutes until very thick, fluffy, and pale yellow
  4. Incorporate Dry & Wet: Sift bread flour twice. Fold it into the eggs gently. Add the warm milk/honey mixture, folding until just combined
  5. Remove Air Bubbles: Pour batter into the pan, then stir through with a skewer and drop the pan twice on the counter to remove large bubbles
  6. Bake: Bake for 50-60 minutes, covering the top with foil if it browns too quickly
  7. Mature & Serve: Invert the cake onto plastic wrap while hot, wrap it up, and refrigerate overnight. This ensures moisture and develops the signature texture