Champion Sponge Cake
A light and airy sponge cake with a delicate texture, perfect for celebrations or teatime indulgence. Its subtle sweetness pairs beautifully with fresh fruit or a simple frosting, making it suitable for all occasions and tastes. The pineapple adds a tropical twist for a hint of fruity freshness.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Sift together 1 1/4 cups of sifted flour, 1/2 teaspoon baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
- Beat egg whites at high speed until frothy.
- Add 1 teaspoon cream of tartar to the egg whites.
- Gradually add 1/2 cup sugar to the egg whites, beating until stiff peaks form but not dry.
- Combine 6 egg yolks, 1/4 cup water, 1 teaspoon vanilla, and the dry ingredients.
- Beat the yolk mixture at medium-high speed until thick and lemon-colored, about 4 minutes.
- Gently fold the yolk mixture into the beaten egg whites.
- Pour the batter into an ungreased 10-inch tube pan.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 45 minutes.
- Invert the pan to cool completely.
- Serve plain or frost with Pineapple Frosting.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
1022
kcal
51% DV
Protein
Fat
Carbs
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).