HUNGARIAN SPONGE CAKE (PISKOTA TORTA)

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This is a traditional Hungarian recipe that I have learned to make from my Hungarian fiance who misses this from home. Until meeting him I don't think I truly understood what great desserts should be.

Provided by MizEmerilLagasse

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

8 eggs, at room temperature separated
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup sifted cake flour
1 tablespoon lemon juice (I like the vanilla) or 1 tablespoon good vanilla extract (I like the vanilla)
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325F.
  • Beat egg yolks until light yellow medium mixing bowl.
  • Add sugar, lemon juice (or vanilla), and mix until thick.
  • Add baking powder and flour gradually and mix well.
  • In a clean bowl beat egg whites and salt until very stiff.
  • Carefully fold egg whites into the yolk mixture.
  • Grease and flour two 9" cake pans and pour batter evenly into them.
  • Bake for one hour, remove from pans, and cool on cooling racks.

Arronna singha
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This is the best sponge cake recipe ever! It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfect.


Rudy Lopez
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This cake is a keeper! It's light, fluffy, and has a wonderful flavor. I'll definitely be making it again and again.


Cutebun206
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I love this recipe! It's so simple and the cake always turns out perfect.


KATUSHABE ANNET
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This cake is so delicious and easy to make. I've made it several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


mohona mohona
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I've tried many sponge cake recipes, but this one is by far the best. It's always a hit with my family and friends.


Murtaza Yousaf
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This cake is a great base for other desserts. I've used it to make trifles, parfaits, and even ice cream cake.


Lynn Platt
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I'm not a big baker, but this recipe was easy to follow and the cake turned out great. I'll definitely be making it again.


ifeanyi nwosu
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This cake is perfect for any occasion. It's simple to make, yet elegant enough to serve at a special dinner.


Yubaraj Dhamala
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I made this cake for a party, and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


bigas suport
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This is the best sponge cake recipe I've ever tried. It's so light and fluffy, and it has a wonderful flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Salina Whitfield
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I've made this cake several times now, and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make, and it's always delicious.


Smart Kids AJT
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This Hungarian sponge cake is a delight! The texture is light and airy, and the flavor is perfectly sweet. I followed the recipe exactly, and it turned out beautifully. My family loved it!