Bamboo Charcoal Sponge Recipe

Bamboo Charcoal Sponge - Directions

1. 1

   Prepare the pan and preheat

   Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8-inch round cake pan with a thin layer of butter and line the bottom with parchment for easy unmolding.

2. 2

   Sift dry ingredients

   In a medium bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, bamboo charcoal powder, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

3. 3

   Whip eggs and sugar

   In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs and sugar on high speed until the mixture becomes thick, light in color, and forms ribbons when the beaters are lifted, about 4–6 minutes.

4. 4

   Whisk wet ingredients

   In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.

5. 5

   Combine batter

   Gently fold the wet ingredients into the whipped eggs until just combined. Then add the dry ingredients in two additions, folding after each until the batter is smooth and there are no visible dry streaks. Be careful not to overmix to keep the sponge airy.

6. 6

   Bake

   Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs. Avoid opening the oven during the first 20 minutes.

7. 7

   Cool and serve

   Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and serve as is, or dust with a pinch of powdered sugar for contrast.