Chocolate Sponge

Indulge in the ultimate chocolate lover’s delight with this light and airy Chocolate Sponge Cake. This classic dessert recipe combines rich cocoa flavor with a delicate, melt-in-your-mouth texture that’s perfect for any occasion. Crafted with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, and granulated sugar, the magic happens in the whipped egg mixture that gives this sponge its signature fluffiness. A touch of vanilla and melted butter adds depth and a subtle richness. Whether enjoyed on its own, layered with whipped cream, or dressed up for celebrations, this easy-to-follow recipe is ready in under an hour and serves up to 8 portions of chocolate-filled happiness. Perfect for birthdays, tea parties, or as a decadent treat, this Chocolate Sponge Cake is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 120 grams All-purpose flour
• 30 grams Cocoa powder (unsweetened)
• 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 150 grams Sugar (granulated)
• 4 large Eggs
• 60 grams Unsalted butter (melted and cooled)
• 60 milliliters Whole milk
• 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease and line the base of a 20 cm (8 inch) round cake pan.

Step 2

In a large bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a separate mixing bowl, whisk the sugar and eggs together using an electric mixer on high speed until the mixture becomes pale, thick, and doubles in volume (about 5–7 minutes).

Step 4

Gently fold the dry ingredients into the whisked egg mixture in three additions, using a spatula or a large spoon. Be careful not to overmix to maintain the airiness.

Step 5

In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, milk, and vanilla extract. Add this liquid mixture to the batter and fold in gently until just combined.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 8

Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before serving or decorating.

Step 9

Slice, serve, and enjoy your chocolate sponge cake!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(634.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1867.5

Total Fat 75.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 41.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 884.3mg	0%
Sodium 1583.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 267.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.4g	0%
Total Sugars 155.0g
Protein 45.9g	0%

Vitamin D 191.2IU	0%
Calcium 257.8mg	0%
Iron 13.4mg	0%
Potassium 979.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 35.2%

Protein: 9.5%

Carbs: 55.3%