Genoise Sponge

This Genoise sponge is perfect for a special occasion. Top with fruit and cream or layer with your favorite frosting.

Preparation Details

Prep Time: 25 mins

Cook Time: 50 mins

Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins

Servings: 14

Ingredients

• 6 large egg whites
• ½ teaspoon cream of tartar
• ¾ cup white sugar
• 1 cup butter, softened
• 1 cup white sugar
• 6 large egg yolks
• 2 cups sifted cake flour
• ½ teaspoon baking powder
• ½ teaspoon salt

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 10-inch cake pan.
2. Beat egg whites and cream of tartar until soft peaks form. Add 3/4 cup sugar gradually, beating until very stiff.
3. Cream butter and 1 cup sugar in a large bowl with an electric beater until light in color. Add egg yolks, and beat until thick and fluffy. Sift flour, baking powder, and salt over batter; fold in. Gently fold in egg whites. Pour batter into prepared pan.
4. Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 50 to 60 minutes. Cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then remove to a wire rack to cool completely.