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Aunt Ida's Passover Sponge Cake Recipe

This legendary Passover sponge cake, a family favorite passed down through generations, boasts a light, moist texture that's unbelievably delicious. Originally shared in March 2002 and praised for its year-round appeal, this recipe is perfect for Seder or any special occasion. Get ready to impress your guests with this incredibly high-rising, melt-in-your-mouth cake! A slight adjustment to the baking process (using parchment paper) ensures easy removal from the pan. Try this recipe and discover why it's a Passover classic!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 65 mins
Calories 428.2 kcal
Protein 23g
Rating 0.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Aunt Ida's Passover Sponge Cake

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How to Make Aunt Ida's Passover Sponge Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan, or line the bottom with parchment paper for easy removal.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, sugar, and vanilla extract until light and fluffy (about 5 minutes using an electric mixer).
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the almond flour, potato starch, baking powder, and salt.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
  6. Bake for 65-75 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean. If the top is browning too quickly, loosely tent with foil.
  7. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Dust with powdered sugar before serving (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

10 g

Sugar

214g

Fat

13g

Carbs

24g

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