Sponge cake with meringue cream
Description
The recipe won't take much time. This simple sponge cake with meringue cream is a perfect dessert for the whole family. In winter, fresh berries can be replaced with citrus or canned fruits, for example. A wonderful combination of tender cake and light cream. Serve warm or chilled. Perfect with tea.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. First, turn on the oven and preheat it to 180 degrees. Carefully separate the egg whites from the yolks.
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Step 2
2. First, combine the egg whites with sugar and beat until smooth.
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Step 3
3. Then add the yolks and continue beating.
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Step 4
4. This is the fluffy egg mixture you get.
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Step 5
5. Gradually add the sifted flour in small portions and gently mix.
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Step 6
6. For flavor, add a little vanilla extract. Grease the pan and dust it with flour, then pour in the batter.
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Step 7
7. Bake the cake for about 25-35 minutes until golden brown. Let it cool in the pan for about 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Leave it to cool completely for about 5 hours (preferably overnight).
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Step 8
8. For the cream, you need to prepare a sugar syrup from water and sugar.
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Step 9
9. Meanwhile, beat the egg whites into a dense foam. Gradually pour in the syrup in a thin stream, continuing to beat until completely cooled.
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Step 10
10. All that's left is to carefully slice the cake layer, spread it with cream, and use the remaining cream to coat the sides and top. Decorate the sponge cake with meringue cream at home with berries, fruits, or nuts.