Simple and Delicious Sponge Cake

Recipe View 5 mins Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8-inch cake pan and line the bottom with a parchment paper circle. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 7 mins In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar using an electric mixer until light and fluffy. This step is crucial for incorporating air and creating a tender crumb. (5-7 minutes)

Recipe View 2 mins Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each egg is fully incorporated before adding the next. This prevents the batter from curdling. (2 minutes)

Recipe View 3 mins Gently fold in the self-rising flour until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can develop the gluten and result in a tough cake. A few small lumps are perfectly fine. (3 minutes)

Recipe View 1 mins Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and spread evenly. (1 minute)

Recipe View 30 mins Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Start checking for doneness around 25 minutes, but it may take up to 30 minutes depending on your oven. (25-30 minutes)

Recipe View 10 mins Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely. This prevents the cake from sticking and allows it to retain its moisture. (10 minutes cooling in pan + additional cooling time)