Description
A classic dessert with a light, airy texture and delightful vanilla flavor, perfect for celebrations or tea time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking powder
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a round cake pan.
- Whisk together the eggs and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the melted butter and vanilla to the egg mixture and mix well.
- Sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl.
- Combine the dry and wet ingredients gently to avoid overmixing.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
- Cool the cake in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Serve with your favorite toppings or enjoy plain.
Notes
Ensure ingredients are at room temperature for best results. Do not overmix the batter.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: vanilla sponge cake, homemade cake, dessert recipe