Simple 3 Ingredient Sponge Cake

Simple 3 Ingredient Sponge Cake
This simple sponge cake bakes in just over one hour. The recipe is enough to serve 4 people but you can double the recipe if you are making it for a bigger crowd.

Ingredients

• 5 large eggs
• 1 cup (200g) sugar
• 1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
2. In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs and sugar together until thick and pale in color.
3. Gently fold in the flour until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
4. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
5. Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
6. Remove from the oven and let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Tips

• Be sure to beat the eggs and sugar until they are thick and pale to ensure a light and fluffy sponge cake.
• Do not overmix the batter once the flour is added to avoid a dense cake.
• You can serve this simple sponge cake with fresh fruit, whipped cream, or a dusting of powdered sugar for a delicious dessert.
  Prep time: 15 minutes
  Calories per serving: 280