The sponge cake is a simple and basic classic for a dessert without too many pretensions, yet very good for breakfast or an afternoon snack.
Soft, light, and fragrant, a classic of Italian pastry.
The Sponge Cake, one of those desserts that smell like home: soft, genuine, and perfect at any time of the day.
Today I bring you the traditional recipe to prepare it in a few steps… ready to become your favorite!
Few ingredients used, it can also be served filled with jam or chocolate for a more intense flavor.
It will surely be loved by both adults and children!
Be careful to beat the eggs well and blend the batter well so that the mixture doesn’t deflate too much when adding the flour.
It stays soft for several days if well preserved in a plastic food bag.
Follow the recipe and let me know if you liked it!
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Approximately 270 Kcal per person
- Difficulty: Easy
- Cost: Cheap
- Preparation time: 15 Minutes
- Portions: 8People
- Cooking methods: Electric oven
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: All seasons
Ingredients for making the Sponge Cake
- 6 eggs (medium)
- 2 cups cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cups sugar
- juice of 1/2 lemon
- 1 packet baking powder
Preparation of the Sponge Cake
Mix all the ingredients starting with the eggs, beating them well with the sugar, then add the well-sifted flour and mix by hand.
When the mixture is well blended, prepare a 10-inch diameter cake pan, grease and flour it, and pour the mixture into it.
Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F for about 30-40 minutes, checking for doneness.
