Description
Mini Chinese Sponge Cakes, or “雞蛋糕,” are soft, airy, and slightly sweet treats that are perfect for any occasion. These small, fluffy cakes are a popular street food in China and can be easily made at home! They’re great as a snack or a light dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- A pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a mini muffin pan or egg cake molds.
- Beat Eggs and Sugar: In a mixing bowl, whisk the eggs and sugar together until the mixture becomes pale and fluffy (about 5 minutes using a hand mixer).
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, and a pinch of salt.
- Add Milk and Oil: In a small bowl, combine the milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Gradually add this mixture to the egg mixture, blending gently.
- Mix Dry and Wet Ingredients: Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring gently to avoid deflating the batter.
- Fill Molds: Pour the batter into mini muffin molds or egg-shaped molds, filling each about 3/4 full.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the cakes are lightly golden on top and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cakes to cool slightly before removing them from the molds. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- You can add a few drops of almond extract for extra flavor.
- These cakes are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for 1-2 days.
- For a crispy exterior, brush the molds with a little butter before adding the batter.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini cake
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg