Description
Embark on a culinary journey with the delightful Chinese Egg Cake, a light and fluffy dessert that celebrates simplicity and tradition. Perfect for tea time or as a sweet indulgence, this cake features a subtly crisp exterior and an airy interior that melts in your mouth. With minimal ingredients and quick preparation, it’s an ideal treat for any occasion. Customize it with your favorite flavors, such as vanilla or citrus zest, to make it uniquely yours. Impress your friends and family with this charming dessert that’s sure to become a beloved staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 room temperature eggs
- 60 grams cake flour (about ½ cup)
- 40 grams castor sugar (approximately 3 tablespoons + 1 teaspoon)
- 5 grams oil (olive or vegetable oil, roughly ¾ teaspoon)
- Warm water as needed (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C).
- Set up a double boiler by placing a mixing bowl over a container of simmering water.
- In the mixing bowl, combine the eggs and castor sugar; beat for about 12-15 minutes until light and fluffy.
- Gradually sift in the cake flour, gently folding it into the egg mixture.
- Add the oil and stir until blended without overmixing.
- Line a muffin tin with paper liners and fill each cup evenly with batter.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden on top.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg