Simple Vanilla Sponge Cake Recipe with Whipped Cream Layers

his Vanilla Sponge Cake with Whipped Cream Layers is a delightfully light and airy dessert that everyone will love. The sponge layers are soft, tender, and perfectly moist, while the whipped cream adds a fluffy, subtly sweet touch that melts in your mouth.

Simple to make yet beautifully elegant, this cake is perfect for birthdays, special occasions, or any time you want a homemade treat that feels extra special.

The Simple Vanilla Sponge Cake is light and fluffy while being slightly sweet, and it has layers of whipped cream that taste like childhood birthdays as well as lazy Sunday afternoons all rolled into one.

I first made this with my niece because she decided she was in charge of the mixer, and even though half the cream ended up on her nose, I wasn’t mad about it since we laughed so much. We didn’t have any fancy tools, yet we made it work with just a bowl, a whisk, and a lot of laughter.

That’s the charm because you don’t need to be a professional baker, nor do you need the “right” pan, and honestly, I’ve baked this in a deep dish meant for pasta and it still turned out fabulous.

And one more thing make sure you don’t skip the chill time between layers because it’s truly worth it.

Kitchen Equipment Needed :

• 2 x 8 inch round cake pans
• Parchment paper
• Mixing bowls
• Electric mixer or whisk
• Spatula
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Wire cooling rack
• Cake plate or serving platter

Tips for

Room temperature eggs: using eggs at room temperature helps the batter become light and airy.

Don’t overmix: when folding in dry ingredients, mix gently to maintain the sponge’s fluffiness.

Chill the whipped cream: cold cream whips better and holds its shape longer.

Optional flavors: add a teaspoon of almond extract for a subtle flavor twist.

Use fresh fruit: strawberries, blueberries, or peaches pair beautifully with the vanilla sponge.

What to Eat with Simple Vanilla Sponge Cake Recipe with Whipped Cream Layers ??

This cake pairs wonderfully with a cup of tea, coffee, or hot chocolate. For an extra special touch, serve with fresh fruit, a drizzle of chocolate sauce, or a sprinkle of powdered sugar. Kids will love it with a glass of cold milk.

This versatile dessert can also be served at brunch or as a birthday treat, making it perfect for any occasion.

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Ingredients :

• For the Sponge Cake:
• 1 cup all purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 4 large eggs
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• For the Whipped Cream Filling:
• 1 cup heavy whipping cream
• 2 tbsp powdered sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

How to Make Simple Vanilla Sponge Cake Recipe with Whipped Cream Layers :

Step 1

First preheat the oven and prepare pans: preheat your oven to 350°F “175°C”. Grease and line two 8 inch round cake pans with parchment paper and mix dry ingredients: In a bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside then beat eggs and sugar: in a large mixing bowl, beat eggs and granulated sugar with an electric mixer on high speed for 5–7 minutes until thick and pale. This step is crucial for a light sponge.

Step 2

Second combine wet and dry ingredients: gently fold the sifted dry ingredients into the egg mixture using a spatula. Add melted butter, milk, and vanilla extract, folding carefully so you don’t deflate the batter and bake the cake: divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans. Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Step 3

Third cool the cake: allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely then prepare whipped cream: Beat the heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract in a cold bowl until stiff peaks form.

Step 4

Finally assemble the cake: place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread half of the whipped cream over the top. Add fresh fruit if desired. Place the second cake layer on top and spread the remaining whipped cream evenly. Decorate with more fruit or chocolate shavings as desired.

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