Bizcocho Casero

Discover the timeless charm of homemade baking with this **Bizcocho Casero** recipe, a fluffy and delightfully moist Spanish sponge cake perfect for any occasion. Made with pantry staples like all-purpose flour, sugar, and baking powder, this cake is elevated by the bright zest of fresh lemon and the aromatic touch of vanilla extract. The recipe's simple yet precise technique, including beating the eggs and sugar to achieve a light and airy texture, ensures a perfectly tender crumb every time. In just an hour, you’ll have a golden, fragrant cake that’s ideal for breakfast, a midday snack, or dessert. Serve this classic treat as is, dusted with powdered sugar, or pair it with whipped cream and fresh berries for an indulgent finishing touch. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a beginner, this easy homemade sponge cake will quickly become a family favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 200 grams all-purpose flour
• 200 grams sugar
• 10 grams baking powder
• 4 large eggs
• 100 ml milk
• 100 ml vegetable oil
• 5 ml vanilla extract
• 1 whole lemon lemon zest
• 1 pinch salt

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a 24cm (9-inch) cake tin with butter or non-stick spray.

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine flour and baking powder and set aside.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, beat eggs and sugar together with an electric mixer on high speed until the mixture becomes pale and fluffy, about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Add milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the egg mixture and mix on medium speed until well combined.

Step 5

Mix in the flour and baking powder gradually, folding gently with a spatula until the batter is smooth and all ingredients are well incorporated.

Step 6

Add the salt and lemon zest and fold gently until just combined.

Step 7

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

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for about 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 9

Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the tin for about 10 minutes.

Step 10

Transfer the cake from the tin to a cooling rack and let it cool completely before serving.

Step 11

Optionally, dust with powdered sugar or serve with whipped cream or fresh berries.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	819.2 grams (819.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2660

Total Fat 112.20g	144%
Saturated Fat 20.50g	102%
Polyunsaturated Fat 56.90g
Cholesterol 753mg	251%
Sodium 1446mg	63%
Total Carbohydrate 365.50g	133%
Dietary Fiber 6.50g	23%
Total Sugars 206.50g
Protein 49.30g	99%

Vitamin D 209IU	1047%
Calcium 286mg	22%
Iron 13mg	72%
Potassium 685mg	15%

*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: 37.8%

Protein: 7.4%

Carbs: 54.8%