Chocolate sponge cake

Surprisingly, in the 18th century, there was a diet in Europe consisting of biscuits, candy and red wine. Followers of this movement were convinced that it was good for health. And if so, then the recipe for homemade chocolate sponge cake is just what the doctor ordered. This fluffy and rather simple chocolate sponge cake can be both a stand-alone dish and the basis for a cake.

Step 1

Combine the yolks with 60 g of sugar, beat until smooth and put in the refrigerator.

Step 2

Beat the egg whites until fluffy. Then, gradually adding the remaining sugar, continue beating the egg whites until stiff peaks form.

Step 3

Mix the white and yolk mixtures. Add the sifted flour with baking powder and cocoa in several stages. Mix carefully with a spatula.

Step 4

Place the mixture into a mold and place in an oven preheated to 180°C for 40 minutes.

Step 5

Cut into portions and serve.