Very Basic Vanilla Sponge

Aloha individuals,

So this a very simple recipe ideal for a trifle or tiramisu. I thought of giving this recipe because I am baking it at home today.

 Ingredients

125g unsalted butter, at room temperature

125g caster sugar

2 large eggs, beaten

1/2tsp vanilla extract

125g plain flour

2tsp baking powder

2tsp milk, at room temperature

Method

Preheat the oven to 180C/gas 4. Cream the butter and sugar in an electric mixer or with a handheld electric whisk until pale, light and fluffy - about 2-3 minutes. Gradually, add the eggs, mixing well between each addition and occasionally scraping down the bowl with a spatula.

Stir in the vanilla extract. Sift together the flour and baking powder and add to the cake mixture in   two batches, mixing until smooth. Add the milk and mix until smooth. Continue as instructed in the relevant cake recipe.