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Slices of vanilla cake
Soft and fragrant homemade vanilla sponge

Simple Vanilla Tea Cake

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Cakes and Desserts
Sometimes simplicity is the ultimate luxury. This sponge-style cake is all about the pure, comforting flavor of vanilla. The airy texture comes from whipped eggs, while the butter ensures it stays moist.
🕒 Prep Time 15 mins
🍳 Cook Time 30 mins
⌛ Total Time 45 mins
🍽️ Servings 8 servings
🔥 Calories 240 kcal
🌍 Cuisine International

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Baking pan (8x12 inch)
  • Electric mixer
  • Spatula

Allergen Information

⚠️ Wheat
⚠️ Milk
⚠️ Egg

Instructions

1 ✓

Beat eggs and sugar on high speed until pale and thick (4-5 mins).

Tip: This is crucial: whipping air in creates the structure.
2 ✓

Drizzle in lukewarm butter, milk, and vanilla while mixing on low.

Tip: Butter shouldn't be hot, or it will cook the eggs.
3 ✓

Mix flour, salt, and baking powder, then fold gently into the wet ingredients.

Tip: Stop the machine! Overmixing flour makes tough, rubbery cake.
4 ✓

Pour into a lined pan. Bake at 350°F (180°C) for 25-30 minutes.

Tip: Done when a toothpick comes out clean.
5 ✓

Cool on a rack and dust with powdered sugar.

Tip: Cooling in the pan can cause a soggy bottom from steam.

Recipe FAQ

Why did it collapse?
You opened the oven too early (thermal shock) or used too much baking powder.
Why is it dry?
Overbaked. Check with a toothpick at 25 minutes!

Ingredients

  • 1 2/3 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 3 large Eggs (room temp)
  • 2 tsp Baking Powder
  • 2 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • 1/2 cup Milk
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) Melted Butter (lukewarm)
  • 1 pinch Salt
  • 1 tsp Powdered Sugar