Easy Steamed Sponge Cake

May 17, 2023May 17, 20230 12

Soft and fluffy Easy Steamed Sponge Cake recipe

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

10 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

205

Sugar

26g

Fat

Steamed Sponge Cake or Ma Lai Go is a popular Chinese dessert that is typically eaten for breakfast or as an afternoon snack. The cake has a light texture and is often served with tea or coffee. This Easy Steamed Sponge Cake recipe is perfect for those who want to make the cake from scratch without using any complicated techniques. The use of sesame seeds enhances the flavor and nutritional value of the cake, making it a healthier option than traditional recipes.

Instructions

1.	In a mixing bowl, beat the eggs, sugar, vanilla extract, and almond extract.
2.	Sift the cake flour and gently fold it into the egg mixture.
3.	Add the sesame seeds and mix well.
4.	Pour the batter into a greased 8-inch cake pan.
5.	Place the cake pan in a steamer and steam over medium heat for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
6.	Remove the steamed cake from the pan and let it cool before slicing and serving.

PROS

This Easy Steamed Sponge Cake is soft, moist, and fluffy, making it a delight to eat.

Made with simple ingredients, this recipe is quick and easy to prepare.

CONS

Being a dessert, this cake is high in sugar and calories.

It should be eaten in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Despite being a dessert, this cake has a few health benefits.
Sesame seeds used in this recipe are a good source of protein, healthy fats, fiber, vitamins, and minerals. They may also help in reducing cholesterol and inflammation in the body.

	3 eggs
	3/4 cup sugar
	1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
	1/2 teaspoon almond extract
	3/4 cup cake flour
	3 tablespoons sesame seeds