“Golden Individual Sponge Cakes”

Golden Individual Sponge Cakes Recipe

Ingredients:

• 4 large eggs, separated into yolks and whites
• 1 cup granulated sugar, divided
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, sifted
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup warm water
• Powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:

• Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
• Grease and flour 6 individual ramekins or a muffin tin (alternatively, you can line them with parchment paper to prevent sticking).

2. Prepare the Egg Yolks:

• In a medium bowl, whisk the egg yolks with 1/2 cup of granulated sugar until the mixture becomes pale and thick (about 3-5 minutes). This will help give the cakes their light texture.
• Add the melted butter, warm water, and vanilla extract, and mix until combined.

3. Dry Ingredients:

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