Classic Sponge Cake Base

The true Sponge Cake relies solely on air whipped into eggs for lift. No butter, no baking powder (traditionally). It's a blank canvas for any filling.
🕒 Prep Time 20 mins
🍳 Cook Time 30 mins
Total Time 50 mins
🍽️ Servings 8 servings
🔥 Calories 280 kcal
🌍 Cuisine International

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Cake Pan (9 inch)
  • Mixer
  • Spatula
  • Sifter

Allergen Information

⚠️ Wheat
⚠️ Egg

Instructions

1

Preheat 350°F. Line bottom of pan, DO NOT grease sides.

Tip: Cake climbs the sides.
2

Whip eggs, sugar, salt 10-12 mins until very pale and thick (ribbon stage).

Tip: Volume should triple.
3

Sift in flour in batches, folding gently by hand.

Tip: Use a spatula, not a mixer.
4

Bake 25-30 mins.

Tip: Cool upside down if possible.

Recipe FAQ

Why did it shrink?
Overmixed or taken out too early.
Tough crust?
Too much sugar or low temp.

Ingredients

  • 1 2/3 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 cup Sugar
  • 6 large Eggs (room temp)
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • 1 pinch Salt