Basic Sponge Cake with Egg Recipes

Basic Sponge Cake is made with only a few ingredients that you probably have in your pantry. This sponge cake is commonly used to make layered cakes but can be used as-is as well. Perfectly soft, spongy, and delicious!

Prepare Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
Ready Time: 40-45 minutes
Serves: 8-10

Ingredients:

• 1 and 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 and 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 4 large eggs, at room temperature
• 1 and 1/4 cups granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
• 1/2 cup milk, at room temperature

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
3. In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs and granulated sugar together using an electric mixer on high speed for about 5 minutes, or until pale and fluffy.
4. Add the vanilla extract to the egg mixture and mix until combined.
5. Gradually pour in the melted butter while mixing on low speed. Mix until well incorporated.
6. Add half of the dry ingredients to the batter and mix on low speed until just combined.
7. Pour in the milk and mix until incorporated. Then, add the remaining dry ingredients and mix until the batter is smooth and no lumps remain.
8. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and spread it evenly.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
10. Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
11. Once the cake has cooled, it is ready to be served. You can enjoy it plain, dust it with powdered sugar, or frost it with your favorite frosting.

Note: You can customize the flavor of the basic sponge cake by adding lemon zest, cocoa powder, or other flavorings of your choice to the batter.

Enjoy the light and fluffy texture of the basic sponge cake, perfect for any occasion or as a base for other cake recipes!