Classic Vanilla Sponge Cake

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.

2. 2

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

3. 3

   In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs and granulated sugar together until pale and fluffy, which should take about 4-5 minutes.

4. 4

   Gradually add the melted butter and vanilla extract to the egg mixture, beating until well combined.

5. 5

   Alternately fold in the dry ingredients and milk into the egg mixture, starting and ending with the dry ingredients. Be careful not to overmix.

6. 6

   Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

7. 7

   Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.

8. 8

   Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn it out onto a wire rack to cool completely.

9. 9

   Once cooled, the cake is ready to be frosted or served as is.