Charlie makes cakes Lemon madeira cake (10 inch square) from charliemakescakes.blogspot.com
Introduction
If you are looking for a delicious and easy-to-make cake recipe, then you have come to the right place. In this article, we will be sharing with you our recipe for a 10 inch square sponge cake that is perfect for any occasion. Whether it's for a birthday, anniversary, or just a special treat, this cake will surely impress your guests. So let's get started!
Ingredients
For this recipe, you will need the following ingredients:
4 large eggs
200g caster sugar
200g self-raising flour
1 tsp baking powder
200g unsalted butter, softened
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 tbsp milk
Instructions
Now that you have your ingredients, it's time to start baking. Follow these simple steps to make your 10 inch square sponge cake:
Preheat your oven to 180°C/160°C fan/gas mark 4. Grease and line a 10 inch square cake tin.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs and caster sugar together until light and fluffy.
Sift in the self-raising flour and baking powder, and gently fold into the egg mixture until well combined.
Add the softened butter, vanilla extract, and milk to the mixture, and gently fold in until the batter is smooth and creamy.
Pour the batter into the prepared cake tin, and smooth the surface with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the centre of the cake comes out clean.
Remove the cake from the oven, and leave to cool in the tin for 10 minutes.
Turn out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition
If you are watching your calorie intake, you might be wondering about the nutritional value of this cake. Here is a breakdown of the approximate nutrition per serving (based on 12 servings):
Calories: 310
Protein: 4g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Fibre: 1g
Sugar: 25g
Salt: 0.3g
Tips and Variations
Now that you have mastered the basic recipe, here are some tips and variations to make your 10 inch square sponge cake even more delicious:
If you want a chocolate sponge cake, replace 25g of the self-raising flour with 25g of cocoa powder.
For a fruity twist, add 100g of fresh berries to the batter before baking.
If you want a lighter cake, separate the egg whites and yolks, and whisk the egg whites until stiff peaks form. Then, fold the egg whites into the batter after adding the butter, vanilla extract, and milk.
You can also add a layer of jam or buttercream between two layers of sponge cake for a more decadent treat.
Decorate your cake with fresh fruit, whipped cream, or chocolate shavings for a beautiful presentation.
Conclusion
And there you have it, our recipe for a delicious 10 inch square sponge cake. Whether you are a beginner baker or a seasoned pro, this recipe is easy to follow and will result in a cake that is sure to impress. So go ahead and give it a try, and let us know how it turns out!
