Vanilla Sponge Cake

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.

2. 2

   In a medium bowl, whisk 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 the mixture is thick and pale.

4. 4

   Melt the unsalted butter and let it cool slightly. Add the melted butter, whole milk, and vanilla extract to the egg mixture, and mix until well combined.

5. 5

   Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, folding gently until just combined. 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 before serving.