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How to Make the Perfect Sponge Cake: Secrets from Experienced Pastry Chefs
01.05.2024 21:43
Many people do not even try to cook various biscuits, believing that it is very difficult.
There is logic in this, because to prepare a biscuit you need to follow a clear recipe.
Yulia Arkhipova, an expert in the field of cooking, a chef and a fourth-class baker from the online publication Belnovosti, spoke about several tricks that will help you get the perfect biscuit.
The foundation comes first
The first step to the perfect sponge cake is using high quality ingredients.
Fresh eggs, natural butter and premium flour will provide your dessert with a unique taste and texture. If you use low-quality ingredients, you will hardly achieve a good effect.
How to mix ingredients together
Experienced confectioners advise starting by mixing the liquid ingredients first – eggs, sugar and vanilla extract.
Then gradually add the dry ingredients, mixing gently to avoid lumps.
Long mixing of dough
A typical mistake many people make is that they try to mix the dough for a long time, which is a serious mistake.
This can lead to excessive density of the biscuit. As soon as the dough has become homogeneous, it is definitely worth stopping at this point.
Correct baking temperature and time
It is important to monitor the oven temperature and baking time. Too high a temperature can lead to charring, and too low a temperature can lead to a flat sponge cake. The optimal temperature and time depend on the recipe, but are usually around 160-180 degrees Celsius and 25-30 minutes.
The biscuit must cool down.
Once baked, it should be cooled before decorating or cutting. This will help it maintain its shape and texture. If desired, you can decorate the sponge cake with buttercream, fruit or icing to add a unique taste and appearance.
Earlier, the expert told how to knead the perfect pizza dough.
