Eritrean Sponge cake ምቅሪቲ ፓስተ subscribe share like

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil reduces saturated fat while adding a subtle flavor.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is lower in calories and adds a nutty taste.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds moisture and a unique sweetness.

flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour increases fiber content.

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Grease and flour a cake pan.

Separate the egg whites from the yolks in two bowls.

Beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form.

In another bowl, whisk the egg yolks with sugar until pale and creamy.

Add melted butter and milk to the yolk mixture, then mix well.

Sift together flour, baking powder, and salt; fold into the yolk mixture.

Gently fold the beaten egg whites into the batter until just combined.

Add vanilla extract, lemon zest, and spices, mixing gently.

Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan.

Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.

Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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