What is Sponge Cake?
A sponge cake is a cake which is made with flour, sugar, and eggs, but no shortening. As a result, the cake is distinctly light and fluffy when it is prepared well. Sponge cakes are also very porous, marked with distinctive holes which make them look rather a lot like sponges. In addition to being served on its own, sponge cake is used as the base for many desserts, since it is a very sturdy, durable cake. The absorbency of sponge cake makes it ideal for desserts which call for cake soaked in syrup or alcohol, since the cake will soak up the flavor without falling apart.
