Castella

Indulge in the delicate sweetness of Castella, a traditional Japanese sponge cake that's light and airy, perfect for afternoon tea or a special dessert. Its subtle honey and vanilla notes will enchant your taste buds.

• 4 large eggs
• 200 g granulated sugar
• 100 ml milk
• 100 g all-purpose flour
• 30 g honey
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 pinch salt

Method

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 170°C (340°F) and line a baking pan with parchment paper.

2. 2

   In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs and sugar until the mixture is thick and pale.

3. 3

   Add the milk, honey, and vanilla extract to the egg mixture, and stir until well combined.

4. 4

   Sift the flour and salt into the mixture, gently folding until just combined and smooth.

5. 5

   Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.

6. 6

   Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.

7. 7

   Remove from the oven and let it cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

8. 8

   Once cooled, slice into pieces and serve. Enjoy your homemade Castella!