This vanilla sponge cake is light, airy, and delicately sweet—perfect as a base for layered cakes or enjoyed on its own.

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1 cup all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon baking powder

Pinch of salt

½ cup granulated sugar

4 large eggs, room temperature

2 tablespoons warm milk

2 tablespoons melted unsalted butter

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

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1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare cake pan.

2. Beat eggs and sugar until pale and thick.

3. Mix in vanilla extract.

4. Sift and gently fold in dry ingredients.

5. Fold in warm milk and melted butter.

6. Pour batter into pan.

7. Bake 25–30 minutes until set.

8. Cool completely before serving.

Eggs must be well-whipped.

Fold gently to keep air.

Great base for layered cakes.