Castella Cake: Fluffy Japanese Honey Sponge Cake 🍯🍰

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

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