Chocolate Sponge Cake
The first recorded recipe for chocolate cake dates back to 1764, making it a beloved dessert for centuries.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 110 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 9.
Chocolate Sponge Cake
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease and flour a round cake pan.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
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In a separate large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
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Beat in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined.
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Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
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Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Remove from the oven and let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
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Transfer the cake to a wire rack and let it cool completely.
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Once cooled, dust with powdered sugar or frost with your favorite icing before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 250kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 12g19%
- Total Carbohydrate 32g11%
- Sugars 20g
- Protein 4g8%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
