✨ Introduction
This light and fluffy vanilla sponge cake 🍰 is perfect for tea time, birthdays, or layering with cream and fruit. Its golden top and soft interior make it a timeless favorite. 😍
🧂 Ingredients
- 🥚 4 large eggs
- 🍬 1 cup granulated sugar
- 🥄 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 🥛 ½ cup milk
- 🧈 ½ cup melted butter
- 🍞 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- 🧂 1½ teaspoons baking powder
- 🧂 Pinch of salt
👩🍳 Instructions
- 🔥 Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a round cake pan.
- 🥚 Beat eggs and sugar until light and fluffy (about 5 minutes).
- 🥄 Add vanilla, milk, and melted butter. Mix gently.
- 🍞 Sift flour, baking powder, and salt. Fold into wet mixture gradually.
- 🥘 Pour batter into pan and smooth the top.
- 🕒 Bake for 30–35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- 🌬️ Let cool in pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
🔄 Methods
- Add lemon zest or orange extract for citrus flavor 🍋.
- Layer with whipped cream and strawberries 🍓.
- Use as a base for birthday or celebration cakes 🎉.
- Make mini sponge cupcakes 🧁.
📚 History
Sponge cake dates back to the Renaissance era in Europe 🇪🇺. Its airy texture comes from whipped eggs, making it a staple in many cultures for layered and decorated cakes.
💪 Benefits
- 🥚 Protein from eggs
- 🍞 Energy from flour and sugar
- 🧈 Richness from butter
- 🍰 Versatile for many dessert styles
🎨 Formation
Serve plain with tea ☕ or dress it up with frosting, fruit, or glaze. Slice evenly and garnish with powdered sugar or mint leaves 🌿.
✅ Conclusion
Vanilla Sponge Cake is a soft, golden classic that’s easy to make and perfect for any occasion. 🍰✨
❤️ Lovers
- 👨👩👧👦 Families
- 🧁 Dessert fans
- 🎉 Party planners
- 🧑🍳 Home bakers
- 🍓 Fruit and cream lovers