Fast, fluffy, and perfect for any occasion
Sponge cake is famous for its soft, airy texture and simple ingredients. This version takes only a few minutes to mix together and bakes into a beautiful golden cake you can use for desserts, snacks, or layering.
Let’s make it!
🥚 Ingredients (Simple & Minimal!)
4 large eggs (room temperature is best)
¾ cup sugar
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 tablespoon milk (optional for extra softness)
½ teaspoon baking powder (optional, makes it fluffier)
A pinch of salt
That’s it — classic sponge cake uses no butter or oil!
🍰 Instructions
1. Preheat the Oven
Set your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Line an 8-inch round pan (or square pan) with parchment paper.
2. Beat Eggs and Sugar
This is the MOST important step.
In a bowl, whip:
Eggs
Sugar
Beat on high speed for 5–6 minutes until the mixture becomes:
Pale
Thick
Doubled in volume
(If using a whisk by hand, take a few extra minutes — but it still works!)
This creates the sponge cake’s classic fluff.
3. Add Vanilla and Milk
Gently mix in:
Vanilla
Milk (optional but makes the texture softer)
Don’t overmix.
4. Fold in the Dry Ingredients
Sift together:
Flour
Baking powder (optional)
Salt
Add the dry mix to the eggs gently, folding with a spatula.
Important:
Fold slowly and carefully to keep the air bubbles in — this is what makes the cake rise beautifully.
5. Pour into the Pan
Pour the batter evenly into your lined pan.
Tap the pan lightly to release air pockets.
6. Bake
Bake for 22–28 minutes, depending on the pan size.
It’s done when:
The top is golden
A toothpick comes out clean
The cake springs back when lightly touched
7. Cool
Let cool completely before slicing.
Sponge cakes are delicate — cooling helps it finish setting.
⭐ Tips for the Best Sponge Cake
Room temperature eggs whip faster.
Don’t open the oven during the first 20 minutes.
Fold, don’t stir — keeps the cake airy.
Sift the flour for the lightest texture.
Use parchment paper so the cake doesn’t stick.
🍓 Fun Ways to Serve Your Sponge Cake
Fruit-Topped
Add:
Whipped cream
Fresh berries
Powdered sugar
Chocolate Drizzle
Melt chocolate and drizzle over the top.
Layer Cake
Slice the cake in half and add:
Jam
Whipped cream
Lemon curd
Nutella
Tiramisu-Style
Brush lightly with sweetened milk and layer with cream.
🎂 Quick Variations
Lemon Sponge Cake
Add 1 tablespoon lemon zest.
Vanilla Cloud Cake
Add extra vanilla and dust with powdered sugar.
Cocoa Sponge Cake
Replace 2 tablespoons of flour with cocoa powder.
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