Brazilian recipe
Classic Sponge Cake
This traditional sponge cake is a baking staple, known for its airy, light texture and simple, minimal ingredients.
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Ingredients
6 tablespoons sugar
5 tablespoons plain flour
6 eggs
1 level tablespoon baking powder
5 tablespoons plain flour
6 eggs
1 level tablespoon baking powder
Where to find ingredients
Eggs, caster sugar, and plain flour are available at any local supermarket or general grocer. Baking powder is found in the baking aisle.
Preparation method
- Separate the egg whites from the yolks
- Whisk the egg whites until stiff peaks form
- Add the yolks one at a time while continuing to whisk
- Gradually add the sifted sugar while still whisking
- Sift the plain flour carefully
- Turn off the electric mixer and fold the flour into the batter gently
- Use delicate bottom-to-top folding motions to maintain aeration
- Gently fold in the baking powder as the final step
- Bake in a preheated oven at medium temperature until golden brown
Observations
This is a fundamental base recipe for various cakes and desserts. The secret to a perfect result is the delicate folding of the flour, which keeps air in the batter so the cake rises properly and stays incredibly soft.
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