Sponge Cake Recipe For Large Gatherings
Introduction
Sponge cakes are a classic dessert that is loved by many. They are light, fluffy, and perfect for any occasion, especially for large gatherings. Making a sponge cake for a crowd can be a bit intimidating, but with the right recipe and instructions, it can be a breeze. In this article, we will share with you our favorite sponge cake recipe that is perfect for large gatherings.Ingredients
To make this sponge cake recipe, you will need the following ingredients:- 8 large eggs
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Now that you have all the ingredients ready, let's start making the sponge cake. Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350°F. Step 2: Separate the egg whites from the yolks. Place the egg whites in a large mixing bowl and the yolks in a separate mixing bowl. Step 3: Beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form. Step 4: Gradually add the sugar to the egg whites and continue to beat until the mixture is glossy and stiff. Step 5: In a separate mixing bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Step 6: Add the dry ingredients to the egg yolk mixture and mix until well combined. Step 7: Add the milk and vanilla extract to the egg yolk mixture and mix until well combined. Step 8: Using a spatula, gently fold in the egg white mixture into the egg yolk mixture until well combined. Step 9: Pour the mixture into a greased and floured 10-inch tube pan. Step 10: Bake for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean when inserted into the center of the cake. Step 11: Once the cake is done, remove it from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Step 12: After 10 minutes, remove the cake from the pan and let it cool completely on a wire rack. Step 13: Once the cake is completely cooled, you can dust it with powdered sugar or frost it with your favorite frosting.Nutrition
This sponge cake recipe is perfect for large gatherings, as it serves about 16 people. Here is the nutritional information for one serving of this sponge cake recipe:- Calories: 187
- Total Fat: 3.6g
- Saturated Fat: 1.2g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
- Sodium: 142mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 33.1g
- Dietary Fiber: 0.6g
- Sugars: 20.6g
- Protein: 4.8g