This Easter, surprise your guests with a light, airy, and delicious sponge cake. Its soft texture and simple flavor make it the perfect base for fresh fruit, whipped cream, or even a drizzle of chocolate. It’s a quick and easy recipe that’ll be a hit at your Easter celebration!
Why Make a Sponge Cake?
- Light & Fluffy: The perfect texture that melts in your mouth.
- Versatile: Use it as a base for many toppings—berries, whipped cream, or even a dusting of powdered sugar.
- Quick to Prepare: A simple recipe that doesn’t require many ingredients or a long prep time.
Ingredients:
- 4 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp salt
- Powdered sugar (for dusting, optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan or line with parchment paper.
- Whisk Eggs & Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, whisk the eggs and granulated sugar together for about 5-7 minutes until the mixture becomes thick, pale, and doubles in size.
- Fold in Dry Ingredients: Sift the flour and salt into the egg mixture. Gently fold the flour into the batter using a spatula to maintain the airiness of the batter.
- Add Vanilla: Add vanilla extract and gently mix it into the batter.
- Bake: Pour the batter into your prepared cake pan and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cake springs back when lightly touched or a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool & Serve: Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn it out onto a wire rack to cool completely. Once cooled, dust with powdered sugar if desired, or top with fresh fruit and whipped cream for a festive Easter touch.
Why You Should Try This Recipe?
This sponge cake is simple, light, and versatile—perfect for creating a beautiful Easter dessert. The delicate texture pairs well with fresh seasonal fruits and toppings, making it an ideal choice for any Easter celebration.
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