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A Symphony of Flavors: The Perfect Eggless Vanilla Cake

Ah, my fellow culinary artist, your presence in this kitchen of flavors has been nothing short of delightful! May your cakes always rise, your frosting always shine, and your creations bring joy to every table they grace.

A few things before we start: 

📏 The Golden Measurement: 1 cup = 240ml—precision is the secret ingredient to perfection!

🥄 The Yogurt Rule: Always opt for regular yogurt, not Greek yogurt—why, you ask? Greek yogurt, with its extra fat and protein, dares to challenge the delicate balance of this cake. We seek lightness, tenderness, and harmony—regular yogurt delivers just that!

A baker’s wisdom: The right ingredients make all the difference! 🍰✨

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Eggless Sponge Cake

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Ingredients:


1½ cups all-purpose flour / maida (about 190 grams)
¾ cup sugar 
1¼ tsp baking powder
½ tsp baking soda
½ cup oil (I used virgin coconut oil)
1 cup yogurt 
3 tablespoon milk
1 tbsp vanilla extract


Method:

✨ Prepare your stage: Begin by anointing a 7- or 8-inch cake tray with a whisper of grease. Line it with parchment or dust it with flour—your canvas must be ready! Preheat your oven to a steady 340°F (170°C) and let it hum to life for at least 15 minutes.

✨ The Harmony of Wet Ingredients: In a grand mixing bowl, unite the tangy freshness of curd with the sweetness of sugar and the warm embrace of vanilla extract. Stir with gentle patience until the sugar melts away like a secret into the night. No yogurt lumps must dare remain! Now, drizzle in the oil, blending until the mixture gleams with silky perfection.

✨ Awaken the Leavening Spirits: Sprinkle in the baking powder and baking soda, and whisk with purpose. Witness the transformation—a thick, frothy magic unfolding before your eyes. Give it a minute; let the alchemy work.

✨ Weaving the Batter’s Spell: Hold a sieve above your bowl, the gateway to a tender crumb. Let ½ to ¾ cup of flour drift down like snowfall, sieving it well. Gently fold it in—no force, no rush. Repeat with the rest of the flour in parts, always sieving, always folding, until no white streaks remain.

✨ The Final Touch: The batter should be rich, thick, yet graceful in its flow. Introduce 2 to 3 tablespoons of milk, stirring just enough to achieve the coveted ribbon consistency. Pour this velvety masterpiece into your prepared cake tray. A delicate brush of milk across the top will grant your creation a golden, sun-kissed hue. Tap the tray against the counter a few times to settle the mixture.

✨ The Grand Baking: Slide your cake into the waiting warmth of the oven and let it bake for 25 to 30 minutes. Keep a watchful eye—each oven sings a different tune. At the 30-minute mark, insert a tester; it should emerge clean, a sign that perfection has been achieved.

✨ The Cooling Ritual: Let the cake rest in its pan, atop a wire rack, for 10 to 15 minutes—patience is key. Then, with a gentle hand, turn it out onto the rack and let it cool completely. Only then, when it has fully embraced the air, shall you slice or adorn it with frosting.

And there you have it, a cake not just baked but crafted with heart and artistry. Bon appétit! 🍰✨

✨ The Grand Finale: A Luscious White Chocolate Frosting ✨

Ah, the moment of indulgence! A cake without frosting is like a story left untold. Let’s drape our delicate sponge in a velvety, sweet embrace.

🔥 The Melted Elegance 🔥
In a heatproof bowl, bring together ⅔ cup of white chocolate chips and ¼ cup of milk—a duet of richness and silkiness. Let them dance in the microwave for 1 to 2 minutes, pausing to stir at intervals. Watch as the chocolate surrenders, melting into a glossy, luxurious spread. Stir well until smooth, ensuring a texture that glides like a dream.

🌬 The Cooling Whisper 🌬
Patience, my friend! Allow this molten beauty to cool completely—only then shall it reveal its true spreading grace.

🎨 The Art of Adornment 🎨
With gentle strokes, lavish this frosting over your cake, letting it settle like a cloud upon the surface. Now, summon your favorite fruits of choice—vivid berries, succulent mangoes, or crisp apples—and arrange them like jewels upon a crown.

❄ A Chilled Embrace (Optional) ❄
For a firmer, silkier bite, let your masterpiece rest in the fridge for 15 minutes. The flavors will marry, the textures will set, and the magic will unfold.

🔪 The Grand Presentation 🔪
Slice into this tender, eggless sponge, revealing layers of love and artistry. Serve with a flourish, a smile, and perhaps a dusting of powdered sugar for that final chef’s kiss.

Bon appétit! 🍰✨

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Cheers & happy baking,
Sherin Jos xx 🎂🍓💫