Ingredients for Castella Cake
- Bread flour – Adds an elastic, bouncy texture.
- Large eggs – Use at room temperature so your ingredients blend more evenly and cohesively.
- Water.
- Sugar – Binds with the water to keep the crumb soft and tender.
- Honey – Provides castella's signature flavor; adds moisture and a rich color.
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Aug 1, 2022 · The origin formula uses Mizuame, a Japanese starch syrup made from malt and rice. I substitute it with honey as mizuame is hard to get outside ...