The Cloud Cake is a dreamy, ultra-light dessert that lives up to its name — soft, airy, and melt-in-your-mouth. It’s often a delicate sponge or chiffon cake paired with whipped cream or mousse-like fillings, sometimes compared to a Japanese-style cheesecake or a heavenly layered mousse cake.
Below is a vanilla cloud cake recipe that’s fluffy, light, and perfect as a show-stopping dessert.
☁️ Cloud Cake (Vanilla Dream Version)
Servings: 8
Prep Time: 30 min
Bake Time: 35–40 min
Chill Time: 1–2 hours
Total Time: ~3 hours (with cooling)
🧁 Ingredients
For the Sponge Cake:
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5 large eggs, separated
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½ cup (100g) granulated sugar
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¼ cup (30g) cake flour (or sifted all-purpose flour)
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¼ cup (30g) cornstarch
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¼ tsp cream of tartar (or ½ tsp lemon juice)
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¼ tsp salt
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1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Cloud Cream:
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1 cup heavy cream
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2 tbsp powdered sugar
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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Optional: ¼ cup mascarpone or cream cheese for stability
🔪 Instructions
Step 1: Make the Sponge
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Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Line the bottom of a springform or round cake pan (8–9 inches) with parchment — no greasing the sides (this helps the sponge rise properly).
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Whisk egg yolks with half the sugar (¼ cup), vanilla, and salt until pale and thick.
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In a clean bowl, beat egg whites with cream of tartar until frothy. Gradually add remaining sugar and whip to stiff peaks.
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Sift together flour and cornstarch, and gently fold into the yolk mixture.
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Fold the whipped egg whites into the batter in 3 additions — be gentle to avoid deflating.
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Pour into pan and bake 35–40 minutes or until lightly golden and springy.
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Cool upside down (invert pan over a rack) to maintain height. Once cool, run a knife around the edge and release.
Step 2: Whip the Cloud Cream
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Beat heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla (plus mascarpone, if using) until medium-stiff peaks form.
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Chill until ready to use.
Step 3: Assemble
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Slice the cake in half horizontally (optional for layering).
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Spread a thick layer of whipped cloud cream on top (and in the middle if layered).
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Dust with powdered sugar or decorate with berries or edible flowers.
🍓 Optional Flavor Ideas
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Add a layer of lemon curd or strawberry jam between the cake layers.
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Mix a spoonful of melted white chocolate into the whipped cream for a luxurious touch.
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Flavor the cake with almond extract, matcha, or orange zest.