Description
A light and fluffy sponge cake perfect for family moments, which can be served on its own or with fresh fruits and cream.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 eggs
- 180 g of sugar
- 180 g of flour
- 60 g of melted butter
- 1 pinch of salt
- Vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease and flour a cake pan.
- In a large bowl, beat the eggs and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Sift in the flour and gently fold it into the egg mixture, then add the melted butter and optional vanilla extract.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Notes
Ensure to grease and flour the pan well. Be gentle when mixing the flour to maintain the lightness of the sponge.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 210mg
Keywords: Génoise, cake, dessert, family recipe, French cuisine