Easy Vanilla Sponge

Easy Vanilla Sponge

Vanilla Sponge Cake that is perfect on its own

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Prep Time: 10m
Cook Time: 37m
Total Time: 47m
Temp.: 350°F
Servings: 20
Difficulty: Easy
5.0 (10 Reviews)
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Ingredients

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Nutritional Information

203
Calories
10.4g
Fat
24.4g
Carbohydrates
3.4g
Protein
169mg
Cholesterol
166mg
Sodium
Easy Vanilla Sponge

Recipe Description

Back to basics today with my quick Easy Vanilla Sponge recipe! I wanted to share one of my very basic cake recipes with you as it’s always important to have some classic recipes that you can use as a stepping off point for making ever more delicious and extravagant creations!

This sponge recipe is super simple to follow but it does have a special twist which makes it one of my favorites. I only use egg yolks, and not the egg whites (helpful hint – if you’re making meringues, this is a great recipe to use up the yolks!). This produces a beautiful gold cake, yellow and rich, with a slightly denser crumb than whole egg recipes.
Flavored simply with vanilla, it’s delicious on its own but can be adapted and decorated to make it your own!

To make the Easy Vanilla Sponge, you will need the following ingredients:

Ingredients for Easy Vanilla Sponge

Steps to make

  1. 1

    Heat the oven and prepare baking tins

    1 min
    Step 1 - Easy Vanilla Sponge

    Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly grease 2 small round cake tins and dust with flour.

  2. 2

    Sift the flour

    1 min
    Step 2 - Easy Vanilla Sponge

    Sift the flour, baking powder and salt together into a bowl.

  3. 3

    Beat the butter and sugar

    3 min
    Step 3 - Easy Vanilla Sponge

    In a separate bowl, beat the butter and sugar together.

  4. 4

    Add the eggs and vanilla

    3 min
    Step 4 - Easy Vanilla Sponge

    Pour in the egg yolks and vanilla extract and cream together until light and fluffy.

  5. 5

    Add the milk and flour

    2 min
    Step 5 - Easy Vanilla Sponge

    Add a third of the flour mixture to the egg mixture and beat to combine. Stir in half the milk, followed by another third of the flour, mixing well after each addition and then repeat.

  6. 6

    Prepare the cakes for baking

    1 min
    Step 6 - Easy Vanilla Sponge

    Divide the batter between the prepared pans.

  7. 7

    Bake the cakes

    25 min
    Step 7 - Easy Vanilla SpongeStep 7 - Easy Vanilla Sponge

    Bake for 25-30 minutes. To test if the cakes are ready, insert a toothpick into the center. If it comes out clean, the cake is baked through.

A sprinkling of confectioner’s sugar is all this golden Easy Vanilla Sponge needs to end up looking fabulous! Give my quick and simple cake recipe a try and share your baking experience with me below!

About the author

Lilly Mathuse

Lilly is an enthusiastic and cheerful young mom. She knows as well as any parent that children can be really picky when it comes to food. And she’s had plenty of experience trying to cook meals that are both tasty and nutritious, and able to satisfy the tastes of a fussy kid right away! To save you some precious time, Lilly's going to share with you all the tricks she learned the hard way, so you don’t have to! She has a wealth of recipes for quick and easy meals for kids and families on a budget.

Recipe Reviews

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5.0 out of 5 (10 reviews)
Ella
February 15, 2024
Verified

Superb. This vanilla sponge is easy to make and tastes delicious, perfect for any occasion.

Samantha Jones
October 8, 2023
Verified

This Easy Vanilla Sponge is my go-to for family gatherings. I made it for my husband's birthday, and everyone raved about it. It's super simple, and I love that it uses just yolks. Highly recommended

Zach
May 13, 2020
Verified

I made this Easy Vanilla Sponge for my son's birthday, and it turned out so well. The kids loved it, and it was super simple to follow. The rich yellow color really caught their attention. I will definitely use this recipe again for future celebrations.

Ulysses
April 24, 2020
Verified

Super! Made this for my kids’ birthday, and they loved it. The texture was perfect and it was easy to decorate with sprinkles. I’ll definitely use this recipe again for other occasions. Thanks for sharing!

Emma
July 25, 2019
Verified

This Easy Vanilla Sponge is a lovely treat! I made it for my son's birthday and it was a hit. The richness of the yolks gave a lovely flavor. Will definitely make it again!

Fiona
June 18, 2019
Verified

OMG, this Easy Vanilla Sponge is a total game chager! I whipped it up for a little get-together and everyone was raving about it! The texture is super soft and dense. Plus, I love how it uses just the yolks—no waste. I even topped it with some whipped cream and berries, and it was fab! Highly recommend!

Ulysses
June 12, 2019
Verified

This Easy Vanilla Sponge is the bomb! I whipped it up for my buddy's b-day, and it was a total hit. The golden color was perfect, and trust me, I ain't no baker. Simple yet fancy—def gonna make this again!

Jill
April 12, 2019
Verified

A delightful cake. Making this sponge took me back to my first baking attempts with my mum. The richness of the yolks really elevates it. I served it at tea, and everyone adored the golden colour.

Katie
April 6, 2019
Verified

Super easy cake

sarah
March 26, 2019
Verified

I am also using the egg yolks only!

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