Best Sponge Cake Recipe: A Blissfully Light Delight for All Recipe
Indulge in the light and airy perfection of this Best Sponge Cake Recipe. With its delicate texture and just the right amount of sweetness, this cake is a delightful treat for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Total Time: 40-45 minutes
- Yield: 1 8-inch round cake 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: International
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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For the Cake:
- 4 large eggs, at room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
Optional for Dusting:
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your cake pan.
- Mix Eggs and Sugar: In a large bowl, beat eggs and sugar until thick and pale. Add vanilla extract.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: Sift together flour, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl.
- Fold in Dry Ingredients: Gently fold the dry mixture into the egg mixture. Add melted butter and fold until combined.
- Bake the Cake: Pour batter into the pan and bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Let the cake cool, then dust with powdered sugar before slicing and serving.
Notes
- You can add a touch of lemon zest for a citrusy twist.
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/10 of cake)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: Sponge Cake, Dessert, Baking, Light, Easy
