Mamon (Filipino Sponge Cake)

May 23, 2023May 23, 20230 1

Mamon (Filipino Sponge Cake) perfect for any special occasion

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

245

Sugar

22g

Fat

13g

Mamon is a classic Filipino dessert, perfect for any special occasion, such as birthdays, anniversaries, and fiestas. It is a type of Filipino sponge cake that originated in the province of Batangas and later became popular throughout the Philippines. Mamon is delicate, fluffy, and rich with butter flavor, being an all-time Filipino favorite. It is perfect for breakfast, tea time, and even as a snack. The beauty of these small cakes is that they are not overly sweet, but their taste is so good that you would feel like eating more than one. Here's a simple and easy recipe that you can try.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 350°F.
2.	In a mixing bowl, sift together cake flour, baking powder, and sugar.
3.	Add egg yolks, oil, and vanilla extract. Mix well until fully combined.
4.	In a separate mixing bowl, beat egg whites until frothy and then add cream of tartar. Beat until soft peaks form.
5.	Slowly add the egg white mixture into the flour mixture, gently folding the two together until fully combined.
6.	Pour the batter into lined muffin cups.
7.	Bake for 18 to 20 minutes.
8.	Once cooked, prick the top of mamon with a fork, and brush some melted butter over it.

PROS

These delicate, fluffy, and melt-in-your-mouth treats are perfect for breakfast, afternoon snacks, and even for special occasions.

They are easy to make and require only a few ingredients.

CONS

Mamon are high in sugar, which should be consumed in moderation.

They can be slightly time-consuming to prepare.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Though Mamon is not the healthiest dessert, it contains the health benefits of eggs. Eggs are an excellent source of protein, vitamins D and B12, and choline. They help in weight loss, lowering blood pressure, and maintaining a healthy heart.

	1 cup cake flour
	1 cup white sugar
	1 teaspoon baking powder
	1 teaspoon vanilla
	6 eggs , separated
	1/2 cup vegetable oil
	1 teaspoon cream of tartar