Classic Vanilla Sponge Cake Recipe

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Classic Vanilla Sponge Cake Recipe 🍰

This Vanilla Sponge Cake is soft, fluffy, light, and perfectly moist with a rich vanilla flavor. It’s an easy homemade sponge cake recipe that works beautifully as a tea cake, birthday cake base, or layered celebration cake with cream and fresh fruits.

Why You’ll Love This Vanilla Sponge Cake

  • Soft, airy, and fluffy texture
  • Rich buttery vanilla flavor
  • Perfect for layering and decorating
  • Easy homemade cake recipe
  • Great for birthdays, tea time, and special occasions

Vanilla Sponge Cake Ingredients

  • 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
  • 1½ cups (300g) granulated sugar
  • 1 cup (240ml) whole milk or evaporated milk
  • ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract

How to Make Vanilla Sponge Cake

  1. Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease and line two 8-inch round cake pans with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk. Mix until you have a smooth and lump-free batter.
  6. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and smooth the tops.
  7. Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Allow the cakes to cool completely before removing them from the pans.

Tips for the Best Sponge Cake

  • Use room-temperature eggs for a lighter and fluffier texture.
  • Avoid overmixing the batter to keep the sponge soft and airy.
  • Evaporated milk gives the cake a richer flavor and softer crumb.
  • Let the cakes cool fully before frosting or layering.

Serving Suggestions

  • Enjoy plain with tea or coffee
  • Layer with whipped cream and fresh fruits
  • Frost with buttercream or cream cheese frosting
  • Use as a base for birthday and celebration cakes

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I make this sponge cake ahead of time?

Yes! You can bake the cake layers a day ahead and store them tightly wrapped at room temperature.

Can I freeze vanilla sponge cake?

Absolutely. Wrap the cooled cake layers in plastic wrap and freeze for up to 2 months.

What makes sponge cake fluffy?

Properly creaming the butter and sugar and using room-temperature eggs help create a light and airy texture.

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