The sponge cake is named after sponge due to a similar characteristic—it is porous, and it's precisely this structure that makes the sponge cake very fluffy and soft. Because the method of making sponge cake is simple and easy to learn, I tried it out a few days ago. Although it was somewhat different from what I had envisioned, the overall result was quite satisfactory.
How to Make Home-style Sponge Cake
Making a sponge cake is simple and doesn't require many ingredients or complicated steps, but it's recommended to prepare an egg beater.
Ingredients Preparation
4 eggs, 120 grams of cake flour, 30 grams of butter, 60 grams of caster sugar.
Method and Steps
1. Crack the eggs into a container, use an egg beater to whisk at low speed until foamy, then add 30 grams of sugar;
2. After another 10 seconds, add the remaining 30 grams of sugar and whisk at high speed;
3. The egg mixture should turn white and increase in volume until it becomes thick enough to hold its shape without dripping;
4. Pour the melted butter into the egg mixture and stir evenly. Gradually fold in the sifted cake flour;
5. Brush the baking tray with oil, pour in the egg batter, tap to remove air bubbles, and bake in a preheated oven at 180 degrees Celsius for about half an hour.
Tips
If you don't have an egg beater, you can also mix by hand, but be prepared for sore arms.
How to Make Super Moist Sponge Cake
To make a sponge cake that is not greasy yet moist, simply add an appropriate amount of milk.
Ingredients Preparation
3 eggs, 60 grams of cake flour, 20 grams of cornstarch, 30 grams of milk, 60 grams of sugar, vanilla extract, a little lemon juice.
Method and Steps
1. Beat the eggs in a bowl with the sugar at high speed for about 4 minutes;
2. Then fold in the sifted cornstarch and cake flour, followed by the milk;
3. Add a little lemon juice and mix evenly. Pour the batter into paper cupcake molds;
4. Place the molds in an oven preheated to around 160 degrees Celsius and bake on the middle-lower rack for about 20 minutes.
Tips
Smaller molds require less time. If using larger ones (such as 6-inch or 8-inch), extend the baking time.
How to Make Honey Sponge Cake
Sponge cakes can be made with various ingredients to create different flavors, and one of the most common is honey-flavored.
Ingredients Preparation
100 grams of cake flour, 3 eggs, 25 grams of salad oil, 25 grams of milk, 10 grams of honey, a little sugar, a little salt, a little baking powder.
Method and Steps
1. Mix the eggs, sugar, and a little salt together. Use an egg beater to whisk until the egg mixture coats the beater;
2. Sift the cake flour and baking powder into the mixture, fold them in evenly. Add the honey, milk, and salad oil and mix well;
3. Pour the batter into a preheated and oiled cake machine;
4. Close the lid and let it cook automatically.
Tips
You can also use an oven or rice cooker.