This jiggly, golden-brown Castella cake is a light, subtly sweet Japanese sponge cake made with just 4 simple ingredients. Originating from Nagasaki, it’s known for its moist, bouncy texture and delicate honey flavor. Perfect with tea or as an elegant dessert!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✅ Only 4 ingredients (eggs, sugar, flour, honey)
✅ Naturally light & fluffy (no butter or oil!)
✅ Slightly chewy, moist crumb from its unique baking method
🥚 Ingredients
(Makes 1 loaf, 8–10 slices)
-
-
6 large eggs, room temperature
-
1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
-
-
-
1 cup (120g) bread flour (or cake flour for softer texture)
-
2 tbsp honey + 2 tbsp warm water (mixed)
-
-
1 tbsp neutral oil (for greasing pan)
👩‍🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
Continue Reading in next page