SUNNY SPONGE CAKE

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This golden cake has a light texture and mild orange flavor that makes it a pleasant ending to most any meal. The spongy interior is moist, tender and flecked with bits of orange peel. -Candy Snyder of Salem, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 large egg whites
3 large egg yolks
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/4 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup sugar, divided
2 teaspoons hot water
1/2 cup orange juice, warmed
1-1/4 teaspoons vanilla extract
3/4 teaspoon grated orange zest
1/4 teaspoon grated lemon zest
3/4 cup reduced-fat whipped topping

Steps:

  • Let egg whites and egg yolks stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Sift together the flour, baking powder and salt; set aside. , In a large bowl, beat egg yolks until slightly thickened. Gradually add 3/4 cup sugar and hot water, beating until thick and pale yellow. Blend in the orange juice, vanilla and orange and lemon zests. Add reserved flour mixture to egg yolk mixture., In another bowl and with clean beaters, beat the egg whites on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually beat in sugar, about 1 tablespoon at a time, on high until stiff glossy peaks form and sugar is dissolved. Fold a fourth of egg whites into the batter, then fold in remaining whites., Spoon batter into an ungreased 10-in. tube pan. Bake on the lowest rack at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until cake springs back when lightly touched. Immediately invert pan; cool completely. Run a knife around sides and center tube of pan. Invert cake onto a serving plate. Serve with whipped topping.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 53mg cholesterol, Sodium 103mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 431g protein.

Mohammad Siddik
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This cake is a classic for a reason. It's simple to make and always delicious.


MaudelHeads
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my cake didn't turn out as fluffy as I expected.


Dre brown
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This is the perfect cake for a summer party. It's light and refreshing, and the lemon flavor is just right.


Abaa Abaa
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I made this cake for my daughter's birthday and it was a huge success. She loved it!


Gilbertoh Ronoh
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This cake is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can use different flavors of jam or fruit to change it up.


Angus Solomons
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I was disappointed with this recipe. The cake was dry and crumbly.


Mohammad Khayal
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I've made this cake several times and it always turns out perfect. It's a great recipe to have on hand for special occasions.


huma masood
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This cake was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still good.


Meron Keara
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I'm not a big baker, but this recipe was easy to follow and the cake turned out great. I'll definitely be making it again.


Charles Anozie
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This is the best sponge cake recipe I've ever tried. It's so light and airy, and the flavor is amazing. I highly recommend it!


Lakshan Krishantha
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I made this cake for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.


aditting boy420 jutt
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This cake turned out so moist and fluffy! I followed the recipe exactly and it was perfect. I'll definitely be making this again.