MY NEVER FAIL SPONGE
A different way to make a light airy sponge. A friend gave me this recipe many years ago when I complained that I could not make sponges!! I hope it works for you!
Provided by Jen T
Categories Dessert
Time 30m
Yield 8-16 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Grease and flour 2 deep 8" sponge tins.
- Separate the eggs.
- Boil together the sugar and water until sugar has dissolved.
- Beat egg whites until they are stiff with an electric beater then add the water and sugar mixture.
- Beat well and then add egg yolks one at a time beating each in well.
- Sift together the cornflour, flour and baking powder.
- Fold into the egg mixture with a metal spoon as lightly as possible.
- Divide mixture equally between the tins and bake at 375'F for 20 minutes approximately.
- Remove from oven when sponges spring back when pressed lightly with finger.
- Cool in tins 5mins before turning onto racks to cool completely.
- Join together with freshly whipped cream which has been flavoured with vanilla essence and a little sugar.
- Sift a little icing sugar on top & serve.
- OR leave as 2 halves and spread whipped cream on top of each and sprinkle with jelly crystals or decorate with some fresh fruit or shavings of chocolate.
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ssemusu sharif
[email protected]This sponge cake is so easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that it can be dressed up or down, depending on the occasion.
Hams Mohamed
[email protected]I'm a professional baker, and I can honestly say that this is one of the best sponge cake recipes I've ever tried. It's simple to make, but it produces a truly delicious cake.
Engr Mostafizar rahman
[email protected]This sponge cake is a bit bland for my taste. I think I'll add some lemon zest or vanilla extract next time.
Kharii Williamss
[email protected]I made this sponge cake for my daughter's birthday party, and she loved it! It was the perfect cake for a special occasion.
Husnain Mehmood
[email protected]This sponge cake is perfect for a summer party. It's light and refreshing, and it's not too heavy.
Asheli_ _
[email protected]I've been baking sponge cakes for years, and this recipe is by far the best. The cake is so light and fluffy, and it has a beautiful golden color.
Megla Mon
[email protected]This is my go-to sponge cake recipe. It's always reliable and produces a delicious cake. I love that it's not too sweet, so it's perfect for any occasion.
mamady kamara
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly, but my sponge cake didn't rise very much. I'm not sure what I did wrong.
William Kate
[email protected]This sponge cake was a bit denser than I expected, but it was still very good. I think I might try using a different type of flour next time.
GT 89
[email protected]I'm not much of a baker, but this sponge cake recipe was easy to follow and turned out great! I'll definitely be making it again.
Faisal Ramzan
[email protected]I made this sponge cake for a party last weekend, and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. The cake was so moist and flavorful, and the frosting was the perfect complement.
Alecia McDonald
[email protected]This sponge cake recipe is fantastic! I've tried it several times now, and it always turns out perfect. The cake is light and fluffy, with a delicate crumb. It's the perfect base for any kind of frosting or filling.