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Chocolate Castella Cake

This Chocolate Castella Cake features an airy texture and rich chocolate flavor, making it an ideal choice for any occasion, from celebrations to a comforting dessert.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 40 g all-purpose flour
  • 80 g granulated sugar
  • 20 g natural unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 60 g milk (room temperature)
  • 60 g vegetable oil
  • 4 medium eggs (room temperature)

Instructions

  • Separate egg yolks and whites into two bowls.
  • Warm 60g of vegetable oil in the microwave.
  • Sift together flour and cocoa powder, then add to the warm oil.
  • Mix in milk and egg yolks, whisk until smooth.
  • Beat egg whites with sugar until soft peaks form.
  • Fold egg whites gently into the batter.
  • Prepare a water bath and line the mold with parchment paper.
  • Pour batter into the mold and bake at 150°C for 50 minutes.
  • Cool completely on a wire rack before slicing.

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for the best mixing results.
Gently fold in the egg whites to maintain a light texture.
Use a thermometer to check the water bath temperature for even baking.

  • Author: jesseca
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 11
  • Sodium: 80
  • Fat: 8
  • Saturated Fat: 1
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 23
  • Fiber: 1
  • Protein: 4
  • Cholesterol: 45