Classic Fluffy Sponge Cake Recipe

Ingredients

• 4 large eggs (room temperature)
• 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup (120ml) milk (warmed)
• 1/2 cup (120ml) vegetable oil
• 1 and 1/2 cups (190g) all-purpose flour (sifted)
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/4 tsp salt

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan:
   • Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F).
   • Grease a round 8-inch cake pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
2. Prepare the Batter:
   • In a mixing bowl, beat the eggs and sugar using an electric mixer on high speed until the mixture is pale and tripled in volume (about 8-10 minutes).
   • Add vanilla extract and mix gently.
3. Combine Wet Ingredients:
   • In a small bowl, combine the warm milk and vegetable oil.
   • Gradually add this mixture to the beaten eggs, folding gently with a spatula to retain air in the batter.
4. Incorporate Dry Ingredients:
   • Sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
   • Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture in three additions, folding gently after each addition. Be careful not to deflate the batter.
5. Bake:
   • Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan.
   • Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
6. Cool:
   • Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
7. Serve or Decorate:
   • Slice the cake in layers if desired and frost with whipped cream, buttercream, or enjoy it plain.