Easy Vanilla Sponge Cake

Step 1

Prep: Start by preheating the oven to 350 degrees F. In your choice of baking pan or cake pan, spray with non-stick cooking spray and set aside.

Step 2

Make batter: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the eggs and sugar until it is well mixed and fluffy. Then, add in the vanilla extract and the flour.

Step 3

Combine the flour into the batter using an electric handheld mixer, on medium speed, for 8 minutes to incorporate a lot of air into the cake batter. If you do not have an electric mixer, use a whisk and do as much of the 8 minutes as possible. This is key to making this cake nice and spongey.

Step 4

Bake: Pour the batter into your greased baking dish and bake in the oven for at least 25 minutes. The actual baking time will vary depending on the pan size used, so check back often with a toothpick. If you are using a smaller, more shallow pan, check about in around the 15 minute mark and see how it looks and if a toothpick comes out clean.

Step 5

Serve: I like to serve this cake with some fresh berries and whipped cream. You could also drizzle some chocolate sauce on it and serve with berries as well. Really, this cake is so fantastic and will pair well with so many different toppings. Slice, serve and enjoy!