Fluffy and Moist Classic Sponge Cake

There’s something truly magical about a sponge cake that’s light as air, yet perfectly moist—it’s the kind of bake that brings a smile with every bite. Welcome back to my kitchen, where simple ingredients come together to create something truly special. Today, I’m sharing one of my all-time favorites—a fluffy and moist classic sponge cake that’s so easy to make. Whether you’re celebrating a special moment or just craving something sweet with your tea, this timeless recipe is one you’ll turn to again and again. I’ve made this cake more times than I can count, and every time, it never fails to impress. Let’s bake joy into every slice—together.

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Simple ingredients for a fluffy, moist cake!

2 1/2 cups self-rising flour
1 1/2 cups of castor sugar
1 cup softened butter
1 cup oil
6 large eggs
10g vanilla essence
250 ml sour cream
Method:

Preheat oven to 180 Celsius (350°F).

Grease your cake pans.

Whisk butter, oil, and sugar until light and fluffy. Add 1 egg at a time, whisk, and continue with the rest of the eggs. Now add the vanilla essence and whisk, and add the sour cream and combine well. Add the self-rising flour, whisking a little at a time, until well combined. Divide batter into prepared pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center of each cake comes out clean. Let the cake cool in the pans for 15 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Note:

Make sure the cakes have cooled completely before icing them.

How to serve a sponge cake!

Top it your way.
This classic sponge is a beautiful base for whatever flavors you love. You can keep it simple with a dusting of icing sugar or go all out with whipped cream, fresh fruit, or a rich ganache. Feel free to add your favorite topping of choice—this cake welcomes your creativity.

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“…serve it plain or dressed up with your favorite topping.”
“…and don’t be shy to add your own delicious touch on top.”
“…or customize it with the topping that speaks to you.”