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Classic Sponge Cake

Recipe by Love of cooking Soulef

Light and airy sponge cake, ideal for birthday cakes or a quick snack. This foolproof version uses 4 eggs, 120 g of sugar and 120 g of flour, with a pinch of baking powder. Perfect to decorate with ganache, whipped cream or jam.

EasyFrenchServes 8

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Source Video
28m
Prep
20m
Cook
10m
Cleanup
58m
Total

Cost Breakdown

$1.70
Total cost
$0.21
Per serving

Critical Success Points

  • Whip the egg whites to firm peaks
  • Incorporate the sugar gradually
  • Sift and fold in the flour without breaking the whites

Safety Warnings

  • Handle the hot oven with kitchen gloves.
  • Be careful of splatters when whisking the whites.

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