Classic Chiffon Cake

Ingredients

• • 50g milk
  • 50g vegetable oil

• • 5 eggs, separated
  • 20g + 50g sugar (divided)
  • 84g cake flour

• • 2g salt
  • 2ml lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

Prepare Ingredients:

1. 1. Ensure milk and eggs are at room temperature.
   2. Preheat your oven to 150°C (302°F).

Mix Wet Ingredients:

1. 1. In a bowl, mix the milk, vegetable oil, egg yolks, and 20g of sugar.
   2. Add the vanilla extract and mix until well combined.

Sift Dry Ingredients:

1. 1. Sift the cake flour and salt into the wet mixture.
   2. Stir until smooth and well incorporated.

Beat Egg Whites:

1. 1. In a separate, clean, and dry bowl, beat the egg whites with an electric mixer until frothy.
   2. Add the lemon juice and gradually add the remaining 50g of sugar while continuing to beat until stiff peaks form.

Combine Mixtures:

1. 1. Gently fold one-third of the beaten egg whites into the yolk mixture to lighten it.
   2. Then, fold in the remaining egg whites carefully until no white streaks remain.

Bake:

1. 1. Pour the batter into an 8-inch ungreased silicone or aluminum chiffon cake mold.
   2. Tap the mold lightly on the counter to remove air bubbles.

1. Bake in the preheated oven at 150°C (302°F) for about 60 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.

Cool and Demold:

1. 1. Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and invert the mold to cool completely. This prevents the cake from collapsing.

1. Demold the cake only when it is completely cool.

Tips

• • Milk and eggs should be at room temperature to ensure a smooth batter and proper rise.
  • Adjust the baking temperature according to your oven. Bake at 150°C (302°F) for the best results.

• • Do not use non-stick molds or baking paper for chiffon cakes. Silicone or aluminum molds work best.
  • Ensure the container and whisk used for beating the egg whites are free from any water and oil to achieve stiff peaks.
  • Allow the cake to cool completely before demolding to maintain its structure.

Serving Suggestions

• Dust with powdered sugar and serve with fresh berries.
• Top with whipped cream and a drizzle of honey.
• Enjoy plain with a cup of tea or coffee.