Classic Vanilla Sponge Traybake Cake with Icing
Indulge in the timeless delight of a Classic Vanilla Sponge Traybake, crowned with a velvety, smooth icing. This recipe combines the simple elegance of vanilla with the comforting richness of homemade icing,
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Equipment you will need
Large mixing bowls
Electric mixer or whisk
Measuring cups and spoons
9x13-inch baking tray
parchment paper
Cooling rack
Spatula for icing
Ingredients
For Cake
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup milk
For the Icing:
- 3 cups icing sugar (sifted)
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2-3 tablespoons milk or cream
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Tray: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9x13-inch baking tray with parchment paper.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a separate large bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs, one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- Combine with Dry Ingredients: Gradually mix in the dry ingredients, alternating with the milk, starting and ending with the flour mixture.
- Pour into Tray and Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared tray, smoothing the top. Bake for about 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool the Cake: Allow the cake to cool in the tray for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prepare the Icing: In a bowl, beat together the powdered sugar, softened butter, vanilla extract, and milk until smooth and creamy.
- Ice the Cake: Once the cake is completely cool, spread the icing evenly over the top.
Notes
Room Temperature Ingredients: Ensure all your ingredients, especially butter and eggs, are at room temperature for a smoother batter.
Do Not Overmix: Overmixing the batter can lead to a dense cake. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
Checking Doneness: The cake is done when it's golden brown and springs back when lightly touched.
Icing Consistency: If the icing is too thick, add more milk a tablespoon at a time. If too thin, add more powdered sugar.
Do Not Overmix: Overmixing the batter can lead to a dense cake. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
Checking Doneness: The cake is done when it's golden brown and springs back when lightly touched.
Icing Consistency: If the icing is too thick, add more milk a tablespoon at a time. If too thin, add more powdered sugar.
Nutrition
Serving: 1 servingCalories: 377 kcalCarbohydrates: 52 gProtein: 4 gFat: 18 gSaturated Fat: 11 gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1 gMonounsaturated Fat: 5 gTrans Fat: 1 gCholesterol: 93 mgFiber: 0.5 gSugar: 38 gIron: 1 mg
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