Fluffy Easy Sponge Cake for Your Sweet Celebrations
This Easy Sponge Cake is a delightful, fluffy dessert perfect for any celebration.
Equipment
- - Oven
- - Mixing bowl
- Whisk
- Cake Pans
- Spatula
- - Cooling rack
Ingredients
For the Batter
- 1.5 sticks Unsalted Butter, softened Can substitute with margarine for a dairy-free option.
- 0.75 cup Granulated Sugar Provides essential sweetness.
- 3 large Eggs Crucial for binding and leavening.
- 1 Tbsp Pure Vanilla Extract Feel free to swap with almond extract.
- 4 Tbsp Whole Milk Buttermilk can be used for extra flavor.
- 1.5 cups All-Purpose Flour Use a gluten-free blend if needed.
- 2 tsp Baking Powder Key leavening agent.
- 1 tsp Kosher Salt Balances the sweetness.
Optional Flavor Additions
- Citrus Zest (lemon, lime, or orange) Add for a refreshing flavor explosion.
- Jam or Lemon Curd Use as fillings between layers.
Instructions
How to Make Easy Sponge Cake
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your cake pans by greasing them with butter and dusting with flour.
- Cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together in a large bowl until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
- Incorporate the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Add the pure vanilla extract and blend thoroughly.
- Whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and kosher salt in a separate bowl.
- Combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture gradually, alternating with the whole milk.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pans, smoothing the tops gently.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool in the pans for about 10 minutes before transferring to cooling racks.
Notes
Dust with powdered sugar for an elegant finish before serving. Store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.