Cheonnyuncho (Opuntia humifusa) has multiple functional properties and is a good source of dietary
fibre. The purpose of this study was to investigate the quality characteristics of sponge cakes made with
cheonnyuncho powder. The moisture, ash, and dietary fibre levels in the sponge cakes increased linearly
with the addition of 0e9 g of cheonnyuncho powder/100 g of wheat flour, and the carbohydrate and
calorie contents of the samples decreased. The specific gravity and yield of dough increased with the
addition of cheonnyuncho powder. For the crumb colour values, L and a decreased with the addition of
cheonnyuncho powder whereas the b and DE values increased. In the texture analysis, hardness and
gumminess were reduced, but cohesiveness and springiness were increased by the addition of cheonnyuncho
powder. When the sensory characteristics were evaluated, the addition of 9 g of cheonnyuncho
powder/100 g of wheat flour showed the best sensory properties. Overall, the addition of 9 g of
cheonnyuncho powder/100 g of wheat flour improved the physical quality and taste of the sponge cake.