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Cloud Cake Recipe: A Heavenly, Light-as-Air Dessert

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Cloud Cake Recipe: A Heavenly, Light-as-Air Dessert
Searching for a dessert that’s as light as a cloud and unbelievably delicious? Our easy Cloud Cake recipe is exactly what you need. This viral sensation, inspired by Japanese soufflé cheesecakes, is known for its incredible airy texture that melts in your mouth. Perfect for bakers of all skill levels, this simple recipe will help you create a showstopper dessert that’s surprisingly easy to make

About Time:

  • Prep time: 20 minutes
  • Cook time: 45 minutes
  • Total time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings

Ingredients

  • Egg Whites (4 large, room temperature)
  • Granulated Sugar (1/2 cup or 100g)
  • Cream of Tartar (1/4 tsp, optional but recommended)
  • Egg Yolks (4 large)
  • Whole Milk (1/4 cup or 60ml)
  • All-Purpose Flour (1/4 cup or 50g)
  • Vanilla Extract (1/4 tsp)

Instructions

  1. Prep Your Baking Station: Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Prepare an 8-inch round cake pan by greasing it and lining the bottom and sides with parchment paper. Leave a generous “collar” of paper extending above the rim. This helps the cake rise without sticking.
  2. Create the Perfect Meringue: In a large, clean bowl, combine the egg whites and cream of tartar. Using a hand mixer or stand mixer, beat on medium-high speed until a light froth forms. Gradually pour in the sugar, a tablespoon at a time, continuing to beat until you achieve stiff, glossy peaks. The meringue should be firm enough to hold its shape.
  3. Mix the Light Yolk Batter: In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, whole milk, flour, and vanilla extract until the mixture is completely smooth and free of lumps.
  4. Gently Combine for an Airy Texture: Carefully fold about one-third of the meringue into the yolk batter to lighten it. Then, gently fold in the remaining meringue in two more additions. Use a spatula and a slow, deliberate motion to avoid deflating the meringue. The final batter should be smooth and very airy.
  5. Bake in a Water Bath (Crucial Step!): Pour the batter into your prepared pan. Place the cake pan inside a larger roasting pan. Carefully pour hot water into the larger pan until it reaches about 1-2 inches up the sides of the cake pan. This “bain-marie” or water bath creates a moist environment, which is key to the cake’s famous soft texture. Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean
  6. Cooling & Serving: Turn off the oven, prop the door open, and let the cake cool inside for about 15 minutes. This gradual cooling prevents the cake from shrinking too much. Remove from the oven, carefully release it from the pan, and serve immediately with a light dusting of powdered sugar, fresh berries, or a dollop of whipped cream.
  7. Enjoy this heavenly, fluffy creation!