Description
Delicate mini Chinese sponge cakes offer a delightful journey through sweet culinary traditions. Lightweight, airy, and perfectly balanced, these charming treats bring comfort and joy to dessert lovers seeking authentic Asian baking experiences.
Ingredients
Scale
Flour and Cake Base:
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup (30 grams) custard powder or cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
Wet Ingredients and Binding Agents:
- 4 large eggs
- 3/4 cup (150 grams) granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) milk
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) vegetable oil
Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 175C (350F) and arrange mini cake molds or line a cupcake tray with paper liners.
- Sift flour, custard powder, baking powder, and baking soda into a medium bowl, creating a smooth, uniform dry mixture.
- Whip eggs and sugar using an electric mixer until the mixture becomes voluminous, light, and pale, approximately 5-7 minutes.
- Incorporate milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract into the egg mixture, stirring gently to maintain the airy consistency.
- Carefully fold the sifted dry ingredients into the wet mixture, using a delicate technique to preserve the batter’s lightness.
- Distribute the batter evenly among prepared molds, filling each cavity approximately three-quarters full for optimal rising.
- Transfer the filled molds to the preheated oven and bake for 18-20 minutes, checking doneness with a toothpick that should emerge clean when inserted.
- Allow cakes to rest and cool slightly after removing from the oven, then serve warm or at room temperature for a delightful texture and flavor.
Notes
- Whip eggs and sugar thoroughly to create maximum volume, which ensures a light and fluffy cake texture.
- Sift dry ingredients meticulously to prevent lumps and guarantee a smooth, consistent batter.
- Use room temperature ingredients to help them blend seamlessly and promote even baking.
- Test cake doneness by gently pressing the center – it should spring back when lightly touched, indicating perfect moisture and readiness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 121 kcal
- Sugar: 9 g
- Sodium: 88 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 0.3 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 38 mg