Vanilla Sponge Cake
Vanilla sponge cake is a timeless dessert that captivates with its light, fluffy texture and rich vanilla flavor. Perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or a cozy afternoon treat, this versatile cake pairs beautifully with fresh fruits or decadent frosting. It’s easy to make, even for novice bakers, promising a delightful experience that will leave everyone wanting more.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves about 12 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ cup milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two round cake pans and line them with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour and baking powder. Gradually add this mixture to the wet ingredients, alternating with milk until just combined.
- Pour the batter evenly into prepared pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (75g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg