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Vanilla Sponge Cake

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings 8 slices
Calories 350
A light and fluffy vanilla sponge cake perfect for any celebration or as a base for layered desserts.

Ingredients

Butter and Sugar

  • 200 g unsalted butter, softened
  • 200 g granulated sugar
  • 4 large eggs, at room temperature
  • 1.5 tsp pure vanilla extract

Dry Ingredients

  • 190 g cake flour
  • 10 g cornstarch
  • 1.5 tsp baking powder
  • 0.25 tsp salt

Instructions 

  • Preheat the oven to 165°C (329°F) and line two 8-inch (20 cm) cake pans with parchment paper.
  • Sift the dry ingredients together and set aside.
  • Beat softened butter and sugar on medium-high until pale and creamy, then add vanilla and eggs one at a time, mixing between each.
  • Increase to high speed and whip until the mixture doubles in volume, about 5 minutes.
  • Gently fold in dry ingredients, divide batter between pans, and bake for 30 minutes. Check with a toothpick for doneness.

Notes

For a more even top, level the cakes while slightly warm.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $12
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Western
Keyword: cake, sponge, vanilla