Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of making Chinese Egg Cake, a fluffy and comforting treat that’s perfect for any occasion. With its crispy exterior and airy center, this traditional dessert is sure to impress guests at tea parties or serve as a sweet snack at home. Made with simple ingredients, Chinese Egg Cake offers a subtle sweetness that appeals to all ages. Whether enjoyed warm from the oven or paired with fresh fruits and whipped cream, this cake will brighten up your day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium-sized eggs (room temperature)
- 60 grams cake flour (about ½ cup)
- 40 grams castor sugar (approximately 3 tablespoons + 1 teaspoon)
- 5 grams oil (olive or vegetable, roughly ¾ teaspoon)
- Warm water as needed (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
- Set up a water bath by filling a container halfway with water and placing your mixing bowl on top.
- In the mixing bowl, whip together eggs and castor sugar until light and fluffy (about 12-15 minutes).
- Gradually sift in the cake flour, gently folding it into the egg mixture.
- Stir in the oil until well combined.
- Line a muffin tin with paper liners and evenly fill each cup with batter.
- Bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until golden brown on top.
- Enjoy warm or store for later.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 122
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 71mg