Chocolate Sponge Cake Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 large eggs
• 3/4 cup buttermilk
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 3/4 cup hot water

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Grease two 9-inch round cake pans and dust with cocoa powder.
3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
4. In a separate mixing bowl, beat eggs, buttermilk, oil, and vanilla extract together.
5. Gradually mix wet ingredients into dry ingredients until just combined.
6. Pour in hot water and mix until batter is smooth. The batter will be thin.
7. Divide the batter evenly between the two prepared pans.
8. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
9. Cool cakes in pans for 10 minutes and then remove them from pans to cool completely on wire racks.
10. Frost as desired and serve.

Verdict

This chocolate sponge cake is the perfect dessert for chocolate lovers. It is moist, fluffy, and rich in chocolate flavor. The cake has a light texture and is not too sweet, making it a crowd-pleaser.

Serving Suggestions

This chocolate sponge cake can be served on its own or with some whipped cream and fresh berries. It can also be frosted with a chocolate buttercream for an extra chocolaty dessert.