Enjoy a light and fluffy dessert with a classic Vanilla Sponge Cake! Made with just a few simple ingredients, this sweet and airy treat is perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 4 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease and flour two 8-inch round cake pans.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs and sugar together on high speed for 5-7 minutes, until light and fluffy.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the egg mixture, using a rubber spatula.
- Add the vanilla extract and continue to fold until the batter is smooth and well combined.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans and smooth the tops.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
- Cool the cakes in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.