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🌍Authentic Italian recipe from a Italy-based creator — ingredients and steps translated below
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Italian Sponge Cake

Cultural Context

Originating from Italy, Pan di Spagna is a light and airy cake often used as a base for layered desserts and pastries. Traditionally served at celebrations and special occasions, it symbolizes joy and festivity. Today, it has been embraced globally, inspiring various adaptations and flavor combinations, making it a beloved dessert in many cultures.

ItalianITdessert
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
pan di spagna
crema Santilli
fragole
gelatina di albicocca
panna fresca

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil adds moisture while being dairy-free.

cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: whipped topping

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds sweetness with a unique flavor.

flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour increases fiber content.

1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

2

Grease and flour a round cake pan.

3

Separate the egg yolks from the whites in two mixing bowls.

4

Beat the egg yolks with sugar until pale and fluffy, about 5 minutes.

5

Add vanilla extract and mix well.

6

In a separate bowl, whip the egg whites until stiff peaks form.

7

Gently fold the egg whites into the yolk mixture, being careful not to deflate the batter.

8

Sift the flour and baking powder together, then fold into the batter gradually.

9

Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan.

10

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

11

Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

12

Once cooled, dust with powdered sugar or frost as desired.

13

Serve with fresh fruit or whipped cream.

Cooking Techniques

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Pan di SpagnaSponge Cake
Local Name: Pan di Spagna

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