Classic Velina Sponge Cake

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease and line a 20cm (8-inch) round cake pan with parchment paper.

2. 2

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

3. 3

   In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs and granulated sugar together using an electric mixer on high speed for about 5-7 minutes, until the mixture is pale, thick, and tripled in volume.

4. 4

   Add the vanilla extract to the egg mixture and mix gently.

5. 5

   Gradually fold the sifted flour and baking powder mixture into the egg mixture using a spatula, being careful not to deflate the batter.

6. 6

   Warm the skim milk slightly (do not boil) and gently fold it into the batter until just combined.

7. 7

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

8. 8

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

9. 9

   Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.