Vitamin Castella" in Hokkaido

I found "Vitamin Castella" on the display shelf at Hokkaido Dosanko Plaza, an antenna store in Hokkaido. I was attracted by its slightly different atmosphere from ordinary sponge cakes, so I bought one. The price was 98 yen per piece (tax included).

Vitamin Castella" is a baked confection produced by Takahashi Confectionery in Asahikawa, Hokkaido. According to the package, it won the "President's Award" at the 15th National Confectionary Exposition. It is a famous confectionary that has long been loved by Hokkaido residents.


In addition to the familiar ingredients of sponge cake, such as flour, eggs, sugar, and honey, it also contains vitamins B1 and B2. The mouth is filled with the aromatic flavor of wheat and the mild sweetness of honey. Close your eyes and taste it, and the beautiful nature of Hokkaido will come to mind.


The texture is soft and fluffy. The texture is soft and fluffy, but perhaps due to the large amount of flour used, it takes away a lot of the moisture in your mouth when you eat it. So I tried it with a cup of milk tea, and it was so good that I decided to try a different arrangement. It was so delicious that I decided to try a different arrangement.


While I call it a "challenge," it is very easy to make. Just soak the cut-up Vitamin Castella in milk tea and bake or freeze.


The baked sponge cake has the best contrast between the crispy surface and the milk tea-soaked, juicy interior. The richness of the milk and the gorgeous aroma of the tea add to the simple flavor of the sponge cake, giving it a rich atmosphere. Just a little bit of effort goes a long way toward enhancing the sense of happiness.



The frozen one is like cake ice cream. The moment you eat it, it is crispy, but the heat from your tongue gradually defrosts it to a moist texture. At the same time, a rich flavor spreads. This one is also very tasty!


The simplicity of the cake makes it an excellent snack that can be enjoyed as is or arranged. No wonder they have been loved for so long.