Champion Sponge Cake

Prep: 30 min Cook: 45 min Serves: 12 Cuisine: American

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.

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Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 cups sifted flour
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 6 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon cream of tartar
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1/4 cup shortening
  • 3 cups sifted powdered sugar
  • 8 1/2 ounces canned crushed pineapple, drained

Instructions

  1. Sift together 1 1/4 cups of sifted flour, 1/2 teaspoon baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
  2. Beat egg whites at high speed until frothy.
  3. Add 1 teaspoon cream of tartar to the egg whites.
  4. Gradually add 1/2 cup sugar to the egg whites, beating until stiff peaks form but not dry.
  5. Combine 6 egg yolks, 1/4 cup water, 1 teaspoon vanilla, and the dry ingredients.
  6. Beat the yolk mixture at medium-high speed until thick and lemon-colored, about 4 minutes.
  7. Gently fold the yolk mixture into the beaten egg whites.
  8. Pour the batter into an ungreased 10-inch tube pan.
  9. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 45 minutes.
  10. Invert the pan to cool completely.
  11. Serve plain or frost with Pineapple Frosting.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

1022 kcal 51% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 7.6g 15% DV
Total Fat 54.2g 70% DV
Carbs 116.4g 42% DV
Fiber 2.3g 8% DV
Sugar 34g 68% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 12465.8mg 100% DV
Potassium 4446.8mg 95% DV
Cholesterol 194.8mg 65% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 16.8mcg 2% DV
Vitamin C 11.9mg 13% DV
Vitamin D 0.2mcg 1% DV
Calcium 1564.5mg 100% DV
Iron 6.6mg 37% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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