Classic Light and Fluffy Vanilla Sponge Cake with Delicate Crumb | Flirt Recipes

Ingredients

• For the Perfect Sponge Base:
• 4 large eggs, room temperature
• 1/2 cup caster sugar
• 1/2 cup self-raising flour
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• For the Vanilla Enhancement:
• 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
• 1 vanilla bean pod, scraped (optional)
• For the Butter Foundation:
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 2 tablespoons whole milk
• For the Perfect Rise:
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• Pinch of cream of tartar
• For the Cake Preparation:
• Butter for greasing
• 2 tablespoons flour for dusting
• For the Simple Syrup:
• 2 tablespoons water
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• For the Classic Filling:
• 1/2 cup strawberry jam
• 1 cup heavy cream, whipped
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
• For the Elegant Finish:
• Powdered sugar for dusting
• Fresh berries for decoration
• For Special Equipment:
• 8-inch round cake pan
• Electric mixer
• Fine mesh sieve
• Wire cooling rack