Chocolate Sponge Cake Recipe

Indulge in this decadent Chocolate Sponge Cake! A light and airy afternoon treat, perfect with a cup of tea or coffee. This recipe, adapted from a beloved recipezaar account, is easy to follow and yields a moist, delicious cake that's sure to impress. Get ready for melt-in-your-mouth chocolatey goodness!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 55 mins
Calories 280.9 kcal
Protein 15g
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Ingredients for Chocolate Sponge Cake

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How to Make Chocolate Sponge Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8-inch round baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, sift together 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour, ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder, 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and ½ teaspoon salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 ½ cups granulated sugar, ¾ cup vegetable oil, 2 large eggs, 2 teaspoons vanilla extract, and 1 cup buttermilk.
  4. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing on low speed until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
  6. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  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 or add your favorite frosting once cooled (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

10 g

Sugar

101g

Fat

27g

Carbs

14g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Chocolate Sponge Cake?

Chocolate Sponge Cake takes about 75 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 55 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Chocolate Sponge Cake?

Chocolate Sponge Cake has approximately 280.9 calories per serving, with about 15 g protein, 14 g carbohydrates and 15 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Chocolate Sponge Cake?

The key ingredients for Chocolate Sponge Cake are Chocolate, Skim Milk, Cake Flour, Baking Powder, Salt, Eggs. See the full list with measurements above.

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