Sponge Cake (Butter-Free)

Ingredients

• 6 Eggs (Large)
• 1 cup Granulated Sugar
• 1 cup All-Purpose Flour (Sifted)
• 1 tsp Vanilla Extract (Optional)
• 1 tsp Lemon Zest (Optional)

Instructions

1. 1Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan. Alternatively, line the bottom with parchment paper.
2. 2In a large bowl, beat the eggs and sugar together using an electric mixer on high speed until the mixture is pale, thick, and forms a ribbon when the beaters are lifted. This may take 5-7 minutes.
3. 3Gently fold in the sifted flour into the egg mixture in two or three additions. Be careful not to overmix, as this will deflate the batter. Add vanilla extract and lemon zest (if using).
4. 4Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and spread evenly. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
5. 5Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely. Serve plain or with your favorite toppings.