Simple Homemade Sponge Cake Recipe for Every Occasion
A light and airy sponge cake is one of the easiest desserts you can bake at home. Whether you're preparing a birthday cake, an afternoon tea treat or a base for layered desserts, a classic sponge cake never disappoints. Made with simple pantry ingredients, this recipe gives you a soft, moist and fluffy cake that even beginners can master.
Ingredients
Step 1: Prepare the Baking Pan
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease an 8-inch cake tin with butter and line the bottom with parchment paper. Dust lightly with flour if needed.
Step 2: Beat the Eggs and Sugar
In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs and sugar using an electric whisk for 8-10 minutes until the mixture becomes pale, thick and doubles in volume. This step creates the airy texture that makes sponge cake so soft.
Ingredients
- 4 eggs (room temperature)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (maida)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 2 tablespoons melted butter or oil
- A pinch of salt
Step 1: Prepare the Baking Pan
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease an 8-inch cake tin with butter and line the bottom with parchment paper. Dust lightly with flour if needed. Step 2: Beat the Eggs and Sugar
In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs and sugar using an electric whisk for 8-10 minutes until the mixture becomes pale, thick and doubles in volume. This step creates the airy texture that makes sponge cake so soft.Next Story