Description
This simple and elegant 3 Ingredient Cake is a light, fluffy dessert that relies on just eggs, sugar, and flour. Perfect for quick baking enthusiasts, it features a delicate, pale yellow crumb with a tender crust. Ideal for decorating with powdered sugar and fresh fruit, this recipe is a great base for many variations and impresses with its minimalism and classic texture.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients
- 3 large eggs (brought to room temperature)
- 1 cup (195 g) granulated white sugar
- 1 cup (128 g) all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease the interior of an 8-inch springform pan, then line it with parchment paper. Use a round piece for the bottom and two strips to line the sides, ensuring the batter doesn’t stick.
- Beat Eggs and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, add the eggs and granulated sugar. Using a stand mixer or hand mixer with a wire whisk attachment, beat on the highest speed for about 8 minutes until the mixture becomes very thick, pale, and almost white in color. This aerates the batter and is key to the cake’s light texture.
- Sift and Fold in Flour: Sift one-third of the all-purpose flour over the egg mixture to avoid lumps and gently fold it in using a spatula. Repeat this process two more times with the remaining flour in thirds, folding carefully to maintain the air incorporated into the batter.
- Pour and Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared springform pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, until the cake surface is lightly browned and firm. Insert a toothpick into the center to check doneness; it should come out clean. Handle the cake gently as the outer crust is delicate and can crack easily.
- Cool and Decorate: Let the cake cool completely in the pan before removing. Once cooled, decorate with a dusting of powdered sugar or fresh fruit such as strawberries for a simple yet elegant finish.
Notes
- Ensure eggs are at room temperature for best volume when beating.
- Folding the flour gently prevents deflating the egg mixture, keeping the cake light and airy.
- The delicate crust on top can crack easily, so handle the cake carefully when inserting a toothpick or removing from the pan.
- You can customize the cake with different toppings like whipped cream, berries, or a glaze.
- Using a springform pan makes it easier to release this fragile cake.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: 3 ingredient cake, simple cake, easy cake recipe, basic cake, quick cake, minimalist dessert
