honey concave cake recipe

How to Make Honeycomb Cake: A Simple Recipe Guide

Honeycomb cake, or "fengwo cake," is a beloved Chinese dessert known for its light, airy texture and crispy honeycomb-like crust. Here’s a concise guide to making it at home.

Ingredients:

- 150g all-purpose flour

- 3 eggs (separated)

- 80g granulated sugar

- 30g honey

- 30g milk

- 30g melted butter

- 1 tsp vanilla extract

- Pinch of salt

Steps:

1. Prepare batter: Whisk egg yolks, milk, honey, melted butter, and vanilla until smooth. Sift in flour and fold gently until just combined.

2. Whip whites: Beat egg whites with salt until foamy, then add sugar gradually. Whip to stiff peaks.

3. Combine: Gently fold the meringue into the yolk mixture in three batches, using a spatula to maintain airiness.

4. Bake: Pour batter into a greased 6-inch round cake pan. Bake at 160°C (320°F) for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.

5. Cool: Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Tips:

- Avoid overmixing the batter to keep it light.

- Ensure egg whites are at room temperature for best volume.

- Dust with powdered sugar before serving for a touch of sweetness.

Enjoy this tender, honey-kissed cake with tea or as a dessert!