Brazilian recipe
Sponge Cake Recipe
Sponge cake is a Brazilian confectionery classic, known for its light, airy texture and simple preparation with few ingredients.
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Ingredients
6 tablespoons sugar
1 level tablespoon baking powder
5 tablespoons cake flour
6 eggs
1 level tablespoon baking powder
5 tablespoons cake flour
6 eggs
Where to find ingredients
Ingredients like eggs, sugar, flour, and baking powder are commonly available at most grocery stores and supermarkets.
Preparation method
- Separate the egg whites from the yolks
- Beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form, like meringue
- Add the yolks one by one, while the mixer is still running
- Gradually add the sifted sugar, without stopping the mixer
- Carefully sift the all-purpose flour
- Turn off the mixer and gently incorporate the flour into the batter
- Use delicate, upward folding motions to maintain 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 various cakes and desserts. The secret to a perfect result is the delicate incorporation of flour, keeping air in the batter so the cake rises and becomes very soft.
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