Custard Powder Sponge (No Fail Sponge Cake)

May 30, 2023May 30, 20230 2
Custard Powder Sponge (No Fail Sponge Cake)
in Dessert

Prep

15 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

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Ingredients

4 eggs
3/4 cup cornflour
3/4 cup caster sugar
1 tablespoon custard powder
1 teaspoon cream of tartar
1/2 teaspoon bicarbonate of soda

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
168
Sugar
20g
Fat
4g
Are you looking for an easy and delicious sponge cake? Look no further than Custard Powder Sponge. This no-fail sponge cake is perfect for all occasions and can be enjoyed as a dessert or with your afternoon coffee. The use of cornflour instead of wheat makes this cake gluten-free and a great alternative for people with celiac disease. This sponge cake is light, fluffy, and easy to make. It's a great recipe for beginners and will leave your guests impressed with your baking skills. Give it a try and let your taste buds do the talking!

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 160°C (140°C fan-forced).
2.Grease an 8-inch cake tin and line the base with a circle of baking paper.
3.In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs until thick and pale in color.
4.Add the caster sugar and beat for another 8 minutes.
5.Sift the cornflour, custard powder, bicarbonate of soda, and cream of tartar into a separate bowl.
6.Gently fold the dry ingredients into the egg mixture, taking care not to overmix.
7.Pour the batter into the prepared tin and smooth the surface with a spatula.
8.Bake the cake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and a skewer inserted in the center comes out clean.
9.Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the tin for 10 minutes.
10.Invert the cake onto a wire rack to cool completely before serving.

PROS

This sponge cake is easy to make, fluffy, and delicious.

It’s also gluten-free and perfect for people with celiac disease.

CONS

Due to the amount of sugar used, this cake may not be suitable for those who are watching their sugar intake.

Also, the use of custard powder may not be appealing to everyone.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This cake is not particularly healthy, but it is a great gluten-free option for people with celiac disease.
The eggs in this recipe are a good source of protein, and the custard powder contains a small amount of calcium.

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