Stovetop Sponge Cake Recipe

Stovetop Sponge Cake Recipe📝 Ingredients4 eggs (room temperature)1 cup sugar (200 g)1 cup milk (240 ml)½ cup oil (120 ml)2 cups all-purpose flour (250 g)1 tbsp baking powder1 tsp vanillaPinch of salt👩‍🍳 InstructionsPrepare the potGrease a thick-bottom pot or cake panLine the bottom with parchment paperCover the lid with a clean cloth (to catch steam)Make the batterBeat eggs + sugar until pale and fluffyAdd oil, milk, vanilla → mix gentlySift flour, baking powder, salt → fold in carefullyCook on the stovePour batter into the panPlace on very low heatCover tightlyCook 45–55 minutes❌ Do not open the lid for the first 30 minutesCheck donenessInsert a toothpick → comes out cleanTurn off heat and rest 10 minutesUnmoldRun a knife around edgesFlip carefully onto a plate⭐ Tips for Perfect HeightHeat must be very lowUse a heat diffuser if possibleBatter should be thick but flowingDon’t rush cooking time🍫 Optional VariationsAdd lemon zest or orange zestSwirl in cocoa for a marble cakeDust with powdered sugar or drizzle honey