Brazilian recipe
Classic Sponge Cake (Pão de Ló)
This classic sponge cake is a staple of traditional baking, known for its light, airy texture and simple preparation using just a few pantry staples.
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Ingredients
6 eggs
6 tablespoons sugar
5 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 level tablespoon baking powder
6 tablespoons sugar
5 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 level tablespoon baking powder
Where to find ingredients
All ingredients can be found in the baking aisle of any standard grocery store or supermarket.
Preparation method
- Separate the egg whites from the yolks
- Beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form
- Add the egg yolks one by one while keeping the mixer running
- Add the sifted sugar gradually without stopping the mixer
- Sift the all-purpose flour carefully
- Turn off the mixer and gently fold the flour into the batter
- Use delicate bottom-to-top movements to maintain the aeration
- Mix in the baking powder last
- Bake in a preheated oven at medium temperature until golden brown
Observations
This is a fundamental base recipe for countless cakes and desserts. The secret to a perfect result is gently folding in the flour to maintain the air in the batter, which ensures the cake rises and stays incredibly soft.
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