Brazilian recipe
Classic Sponge Cake
This sponge cake is a classic of Brazilian baking, known for its light, airy texture and simple preparation with only a few ingredients.
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Ingredients
6 eggs
6 tablespoons sugar
5 tablespoons wheat flour
1 level tablespoon baking powder
6 tablespoons sugar
5 tablespoons wheat flour
1 level tablespoon baking powder
Where to find ingredients
You can find these common pantry staples at any local supermarket, grocery store, or specialized baking supply shop.
Preparation method
- Separate the egg whites from the yolks
- Beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form
- Add the yolks one by one while keeping the mixer on
- Add the sifted sugar little by little without stopping the mixer
- Sift the wheat flour carefully
- Turn off the mixer and fold the flour into the batter gently
- Use delicate bottom-to-top movements to maintain aeration
- Fold in the baking powder last
- 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 incorporation of the flour, which keeps air in the batter so that the cake rises and becomes very soft.
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