★Ingredients
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup (60ml) milk
- A pinch of salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
★Instructions
- Preheat the Oven*
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8-inch round cake pan.
- Prepare the Dry Ingredients*
- In a bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- Beat the Eggs*
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs using an electric mixer on high speed until thick and pale (about 5-7 minutes).
- Add Sugar*
- Gradually add the sugar to the eggs, beating continuously until the mixture is light and fluffy.
- Incorporate the Dry Ingredients*
- Gently fold the dry ingredients into the egg mixture in three parts, using a spatula. Be careful not to deflate the batter.
- Add Milk and Vanilla*
- Warm the milk slightly and mix in the vanilla extract. Gently fold the milk mixture into the batter until just combined.
- Bake the Cake*
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan. Smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake*
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool the Cake*
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn it out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Tips*
- Make sure all ingredients are at room temperature before starting.
- Be gentle when folding the ingredients to maintain the cake’s light and airy texture.
- You can flavor the sponge cake by adding lemon zest, almond extract, or other flavorings to the batter.
Enjoy!