“Fluffy Homemade Sponge Cake Recipe

Ingredients:

• 4 large eggs (room temperature)
• 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
• 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1/4 cup (60ml) milk (optional, for extra moisture)
• 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Oven and Pan:
   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
   • Grease an 8-inch (20cm) round cake pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
2. Whisk the Eggs:
   • In a large bowl, beat the eggs with an electric mixer on high speed for about 5 minutes until thick, pale, and frothy.
3. Add Sugar Gradually:
   • Slowly add the sugar while continuing to beat. Mix until fully dissolved and the mixture becomes fluffy.
4. Sift the Dry Ingredients:
   • In a separate bowl, sift together the flour and baking powder. Gently fold this mixture into the egg-sugar batter using a spatula. Be careful not to deflate the batter.
5. Add Milk and Vanilla (Optional):
   • If desired, warm the milk slightly and mix it with vanilla extract. Gently fold this into the batter.
6. Bake the Cake:
   • Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
   • Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
7. Cool and Slice:
   • Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
   • Slice as needed for layering or serve as is.

Enjoy your fluffy sponge cake! Let me know if you need variations or frosting ideas.