10 Interesting Facts About Sponge Cake

1. Whisk together flour, sugar, and eggs for a simple sponge cake.

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2. Ancient Romans pioneered the sponge cake.

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3. Early non-yeasted cake: sponge cake.

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4. Fluffy delight from beaten eggs: sponge cake.

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5. Versatile sponge cake transforms into madeleines, ladyfingers, and more.

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6. Elevate with buttercream, custard, or flavors.

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7. Sponge cake's spongy nature soaks up fruity goodness.

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8. Taste the classic Victoria sponge with jam and cream.

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9. American twists: vinegar, baking powder in sponge cake.

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10. Celebrate yearly: National Sponge Cake Day.

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