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Beat the baking blues: Effortless pudding sponge cake

Are you looking for a versatile cake recipe that you can use in many ways? Try this recipe for sponge cake with pudding mix! It's simple, quick to prepare, and always turns out perfect. You can enjoy it on its own or use it as a base for a layered cake or other desserts. The addition of vanilla pudding mix makes the cake fluffy, aromatic, and delicate. This pudding sponge cake is a real hit in my kitchen!

Recipe for pudding sponge cake
Recipe for pudding sponge cake
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The pudding sponge cake is a unique twist on the classic sponge cake, delighting with its lightness and fluffy texture. It works perfectly as a standalone cake or as a base for tortes and desserts. Thanks to the addition of vanilla pudding mix, the bake not only has a better flavor but also a unique structure that ensures it always comes out perfectly. This is a recipe anyone can master with ease—even those who rarely bake on a daily basis. If you're looking for the perfect method for sponge cake, this recipe is for you!

Pudding sponge cake – how to make it?

You can prepare this pudding sponge cake with just a few basic ingredients that you likely already have in your kitchen. No baking powder? No problem! By properly beating the eggs, the cake rises beautifully and remains light as a cloud.

Ingredients:

  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 packages of vanilla pudding mix without sugar
  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup fine sugar

Simple way to a fluffy pudding sponge cake:

  1. Start by separating the egg whites from the yolks. Beat the egg whites to stiff peaks, gradually adding the sugar. Mix until the mixture becomes smooth and glossy.
  2. Add the egg yolks one by one, mixing continuously at low speed.
  3. Sift the flour together with the vanilla pudding mix into the mixture. Gently mix with a spatula to preserve the cake's fluffy structure.
  4. Prepare a round baking pan by lining the bottom with parchment paper. Pour the batter into the pan and smooth the top.
  5. Place in the oven preheated to 356°F and bake for about 40 minutes.
  6. After baking, slightly open the oven door and allow the cake to cool inside—this way it won't collapse and will maintain its lightness.

Why should you try this recipe?

Pudding sponge cake is an excellent alternative to the traditional sponge cake, especially if you want a light yet moist cake. Without baking powder, you don't have to worry about a tough structure—natural aeration ensures the sponge cake rises evenly and slices beautifully.

You can use it to prepare birthday cakes, layered desserts, or simply as a sweet snack with your afternoon coffee. It's a bake that succeeds every time and always tastes delicious. Try this foolproof recipe and discover why pudding sponge cake is a real hit in every kitchen!

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