Sponge Cake Recipe

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We love any sponge cake recipe because they don't contain any fat! Really, they are dietary friendly, with variations of them suitable for lactose-intolerant, low cholesterol and even vegan diets. So if you have many guests with special dietary restrictions, this may be the option for you.

They’re light and airy and are leavened with separately beaten egg yolks and egg whites. They are also very porous. Why yes, they look like the name of what they are with distinctive holes. Due to their durability and sturdiness, they're used as the base for many desserts. Super absorbent, also ideal for soaking in syrup or alcohol, since they will soak up the flavor without falling apart.

They can be flavored with extracts, which blends nicely with the light and clear flavor. They’re often frosted with light icings such as whipped cream or jams.

If you’re into just a wee bit of fat, you can opt for the Victoria version (named after Queen Victoria). A traditional Victoria type is two layers with jam in between with no icing or decorations on top. Butter is usually added to the batter.

For the dietary friendly version, rice or soy milk is used, and vegetable oil is used instead of eggs.

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