Cake base

Delicious Cake Base Recipe

Preparation time: 20 minutes
Baking time: 30-35 minutes
Total time: 50-55 minutes
Number of servings: 8

If you are looking for a simple recipe for a perfect cake base, you have come to the right place. This cake base is easy to prepare and is the ideal foundation for a variety of desserts, from those with fine cream to those with fresh fruits. Here’s how to achieve a perfect result step by step.

Ingredients:
- 200 g butter (at room temperature)
- 200 g granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 250 g flour
- 1 packet (16 g) baking powder
- 1 pinch of salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)

Step 1: Preparing the ingredients
Make sure all ingredients are at room temperature, especially the butter and eggs. This will help achieve a homogeneous mixture. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a cake pan with butter or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2: Mixing butter and sugar
In a large bowl, add the softened butter and granulated sugar. Use an electric mixer to beat the mixture until creamy and pale white, about 5-7 minutes. This step is essential for incorporating air into the mixture, which will make your base fluffy.

Step 3: Separating the eggs
Separate the egg whites from the yolks. Add the yolks, one at a time, to the butter and sugar mixture, mixing well after each addition. At this point, you can add the vanilla extract for extra flavor.

Step 4: Beating the egg whites
In another clean bowl, beat the egg whites with a pinch of salt until stiff peaks form. This will add an airy texture to your base. It is important that the bowl is completely clean and free of grease to achieve the desired foam.

Step 5: Combining dry ingredients
In another bowl, sift the flour and baking powder. This step will help prevent lumps in the mixture. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture and gently fold with a spatula, avoiding excessive mixing.

Step 6: Folding in the egg whites
Gently fold the beaten egg whites into the cake mixture using delicate up-and-down motions. This step is crucial to maintain the airiness and achieve a fluffy base.

Step 7: Baking
Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and level the surface. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until a tester inserted in the middle comes out clean. Avoid opening the oven door in the first 20 minutes to prevent affecting the rise.

Step 8: Cooling
After baking, let the base cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn it out onto a wire rack to cool completely. This will prevent moisture from forming.

Serving suggestion:
Serve the base plain, dusted with powdered sugar, or use it as a base for a chocolate cream cake or whipped cream and fresh fruits. For a more decadent version, you can add a chocolate glaze or a fruit mousse.

Possible variations:
- You can add ground nuts or melted chocolate to the mixture for extra flavor.
- Replace part of the flour with cocoa to get a chocolate cake base.
- Experiment with flavors by adding lemon or orange zest for a citrus note.

This cake base is easy to prepare, versatile, and will surely impress any guest. Perfect for special occasions or a simple family gathering, it is a recipe worth trying. Enjoy every slice and indulge in your delicious creations!