Chinese Sponge Cake

Ingredients

Based on 4 servings per recipe.

• 2 large eggs
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, sifted
• 1/4 teaspoon baking powder

Preparation

1. Preheat oven to 325 degrees.
2. Create a water bath by filling a pan half way with water; place in middle rack of the oven to preheat.
3. Line 4 ramekins or custard cups with parchement paper.
4. Beat eggs on low for 10 minutes.
5. Add sugar gradually while continuing to beat the eggs.
6. Stir in vanilla.
7. Combine flour and baking powder and fold into egg mixture.
8. Pour into lined ramekins and place in water bath in preheated oven.
9. Cook for 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean and the tops are lightly browned.