Description
Classic French fatless sponge brings light, airy elegance to dessert tables with its delicate crumb and versatile nature. Bakers can easily master this simple yet sophisticated cake, creating a perfect base for endless sweet adventures.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 large eggs
- 115 grams (4 ounces) golden caster sugar
- 115 grams (4 ounces) spreadable butter
Flour and Leavening Agents:
- 115 grams (4 ounces) self-raising flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
Flavoring and Finishing:
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Jam (for filling)
- Lemon curd (for filling)
- Whipped cream (for filling)
- Icing sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Prepare baking equipment by greasing two 18cm round cake pans and lining with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Carefully sift the flour and baking powder together in a large mixing bowl, ensuring no lumps remain for a smooth texture.
- Crack eggs into the flour mixture, adding sugar and vanilla extract, then whisk vigorously using an electric mixer until the batter becomes light, airy, and pale in color.
- Gently pour the mixture evenly between the prepared cake pans, using a spatula to spread and level the surfaces for uniform baking.
- Place pans in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) and bake for approximately 25 minutes, watching for a golden-brown color and a springy texture when lightly touched.
- Remove from oven and allow cakes to cool completely on a wire rack, which prevents moisture buildup and maintains the sponge’s delicate structure.
- Once cooled, carefully spread your chosen filling between the layers and dust the top with a delicate layer of powdered sugar for an elegant finish.
Notes
- Swap out wheat flour with gluten-free alternatives like almond or rice flour for those with gluten sensitivities.
- Add zest from lemon or orange to enhance the cake’s flavor profile and create a bright, citrusy undertone.
- Reduce sugar content by using natural sweeteners like stevia or replacing half the sugar with applesauce for a healthier version.
- Ensure eggs are at room temperature for smoother batter and more even rising during baking, which helps achieve a light, airy texture.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Western
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 234 kcal
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg