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Get ready to celebrate National Sponge Cake Day on August 23! This sweet holiday has been around for centuries and is a great way to enjoy a delicious treat. The earliest known recipe for sponge cake dates back to the 16th century, but it wasn’t until the 19th century that it became popular in Europe and America. Today, sponge cakes are enjoyed all over the world thanks to their light texture and versatility when adding different flavors or toppings.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1615</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Earliest Sponge Cake Recipe</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first known recipe for sponge cake was recorded in English poet and author Gervase Markham's book "The English Huswife".</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1700s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Sponge Cake in America</div><div class='timeline-text'>Sponge cake recipes started appearing in American cookbooks, marking the cake's introduction to the American culinary scene.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1800s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Sponge Cake Gains Popularity</div><div class='timeline-text'>During the 19th century, sponge cake became widely popular in Europe and America, often featured in tea and coffee ceremonies.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1927</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Creation of the Chiffon Cake</div><div class='timeline-text'>A new type of sponge cake, the chiffon cake, was invented by Harry Baker in Los Angeles. It became a popular variation of sponge cake due to its lighter texture.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1970s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Debut of the Victoria Sponge</div><div class='timeline-text'>Named after Queen Victoria, the Victoria sponge cake, a British variant of the sponge cake, gained popularity. It's typically served with whipped cream and jam.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2012</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>National Sponge Cake Day Recognition</div><div class='timeline-text'>National Sponge Cake Day was first celebrated in a bid to honor this sweet delight and its centuries-old history.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Bake a Sponge Cake</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Make a sponge cake from scratch with your own favorite recipes! You can make a classic sponge cake or get creative and make a unique flavor.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a Sponge Cake Tasting</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite your friends over for a sponge cake tasting party! Ask everyone to bring their own homemade sponge cakes and have a tasting competition. You can vote on the best one or let everyone decide for themselves.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create Your Own Sponge Cake Recipe</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Don't be afraid to experiment in the kitchen! Put together your own unique ingredients and create your own custom sponge cake recipe.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Visit a Bakery</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Head over to your local bakery and try out some of their amazing sponge cakes! Don't forget to pick up some pastries and other treats while you're there.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Go Shopping for Supplies</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Go shopping for all the supplies you need to make your own sponge cake, such as eggs, sugar, flour, butter, and more. Stock up on ingredients so that you can make multiple batches of sponge cake throughout the year.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Sponge cakes are delicious</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Sponge cake is one of the most beloved desserts around. It's light and fluffy, allowing it to be enjoyed on its own or as part of a more elaborate dessert. Plus, sponge cakes come in many varieties so you can enjoy them any which way you like!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Sponge cakes are easy to make</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Sponge cake recipes don't have to be complicated. In fact, with just a few store bought ingredients and some basic instructions, you can easily whip up your own yummy sponge cake - perfect for birthdays, special occasions or just because!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Sponge cake can be customized</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>When baking your own sponge cake, the possibilities are endless -you can add chocolate chips, nuts, fresh fruits and more. And if you're feeling adventurous, why not try making a unique flavor combination or adding some homemade frosting for an extra special touch?</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Sponge Cake Represents Simplicity and Purity in Japanese Culture</h3><p class='facts-text'>In Japanese culture, sponge cake is known as Castella, introduced by Portuguese merchants in the 16th century. Its simplicity - being made only by sugar, eggs, and starch syrup represents purity, making it a popular choice for gift and celebration.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Sponge Cake's Texture Comes From Beaten Eggs</h3><p class='facts-text'>The airy texture of sponge cake is without the use of any rising agents like baking powder. Instead, it comes from the air whipped into the egg whites that expand during baking, creating that classic spongy texture.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Sponge Cake Varieties Around the Globe are Vast</h3><p class='facts-text'>Sponge cake has been adopted worldwide with variations like the Italian Pan di Spagna, French Génoise, British Victoria Sponge cake, and many more.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Sponge Cake was Named After its Resemblance to Sea Sponges</h3><p class='facts-text'>Its peculiar name came from its resemblance to real sea sponges due to its springy and light texture.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>The Traditional Sponge Cake Recipe Constitutes Proportions Equal to an Egg's Weight</h3><p class='facts-text'>The traditional method of making a sponge cake is based on using the egg as a measure. The weight of the egg in shell dictates equal amounts of sugar, flour and fat to be used.</p></div></div>
National Sponge Cake Day is celebrated on August 23 every year. In 2024 National Sponge Cake Day will occur on a Friday.
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