Easy Sponge Cake
Light, fluffy, and perfectly balanced in sweetness, this Easy Sponge Cake is the ultimate go-to recipe for beginners and seasoned bakers alike. Made with just six simple ingredients—flour, sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, salt, and butter for greasing—this classic cake comes together in just 15 minutes of prep time and bakes to golden perfection in under half an hour. The secret to its airy texture lies in the thorough whipping of eggs and sugar, ensuring a tender crumb without the need for leavening agents. Whether served plain, dusted with powdered sugar, or used as a versatile base for layered desserts, this quick sponge cake recipe delivers effortless deliciousness every time. Perfect for family gatherings, tea parties, or as a blank canvas for creative toppings, it’s a timeless treat you’ll make again and again!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 120 grams All-purpose flour
- 120 grams Granulated sugar
- 4 large Eggs
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon Unsalted butter (melted, for greasing)
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease an 8-inch round cake pan with melted butter and line the bottom with parchment paper for easier release.
In a medium bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, add the eggs and granulated sugar. Using a hand or stand mixer, whisk on high speed for about 7-8 minutes, until the mixture becomes pale, thick, and triples in volume.
Gently fold in the vanilla extract using a spatula.
Sift the dry ingredients (flour and salt) over the egg mixture in three additions. Fold gently after each addition using a spatula to avoid deflating the batter.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan, leveling the surface with a spatula. Tap the pan lightly on the counter to remove air bubbles.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cake is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, carefully transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve plain, dusted with powdered sugar, or as a base for layered cakes with your favorite frosting or toppings!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1297 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 31.8 g | 41% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.8 g | 69% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 775 mg | 258% | |
| Sodium | 877 mg | 38% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 213.5 g | 78% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.3 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 121.5 g | ||
| Protein | 37.6 g | 75% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.1 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 132 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 9.1 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 417 mg | 9% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
