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Chinese Egg Cake

Chinese Egg Cake


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  • Author: Sofia
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 12 egg cakes 1x

Description

Indulge in the delightful world of Chinese Egg Cake, a classic dessert that captures the essence of airy sweetness and comforting flavors. This recipe brings together simple ingredients, resulting in soft, fluffy cakes with a crispy exterior. Perfect for tea time or as a light dessert, these mini treats are sure to impress your family and friends. With a subtle sweetness from castor sugar and a delightful texture that melts in your mouth, each bite is a nostalgic experience that transports you to cozy gatherings and festive celebrations. Whether enjoyed plain or dressed up with fresh fruits, sauces, or teas, this Chinese Egg Cake is a must-try for any home baker.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 medium-sized eggs (room temperature)
  • 60 grams cake flour (about ½ cup)
  • 40 grams castor sugar (approximately 3 tbsp + 1 tsp)
  • 5 grams oil (olive or other vegetable oil)
  • Warm water (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).
  2. Create a warm water bath by placing your mixing bowl on top of a container filled halfway with warm water.
  3. In the mixing bowl, beat eggs and castor sugar at high speed until light and fluffy (12-15 minutes).
  4. Sift in cake flour gradually, folding gently with a spatula until just combined.
  5. Add oil and mix until well incorporated.
  6. Line a muffin tin with paper liners and fill each cup two-thirds full with batter.
  7. Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown on top.
  8. Remove from oven and allow to cool slightly before serving.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Chinese

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 egg cake (45g)
  • Calories: 156
  • Sugar: 9g
  • Sodium: 34mg
  • Fat: 4g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: <1g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 66mg