Description
Indulge in the delightful lightness of Vanilla Sponge Cake, a timeless dessert that captures the essence of sweetness and fluffy texture in every bite. Perfect for any occasion, this versatile cake pairs beautifully with coffee or tea, making it a go-to treat for celebrations or casual gatherings. With its simple ingredients and foolproof method, even novice bakers can achieve stunning results that will impress friends and family alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup whole milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two round cake pans.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and a pinch of salt.
- In another bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in vanilla extract.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients with the butter mixture, alternating with milk until smooth.
- Divide batter evenly between prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool for 10 minutes in pans before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (65g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg