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Grandma's Cloud Cake Recipe

Light and Fluffy Grandma's Cloud Cake Recipe to Savor

Grandma's Cloud Cake is a light, fluffy classic French dessert that impresses with minimal ingredients and easy steps.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: French
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Can substitute with buttermilk or plant-based milk.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest Use organic lemons to avoid bitterness.
  • 4 large Eggs Use room-temperature eggs for optimal whipping.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Sift before using to prevent a dense result.
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar For dusting the top before serving.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt
For Serving
  • 1 cup Whipped Cream Light and airy topping.
  • 1 cup Fresh Berries For added color and flavor.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Electric whisk
  • springform pan
  • rubber spatula
  • sifter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine room-temperature eggs and granulated sugar. Whip them together on medium speed until pale and frothy, about 5 minutes.
  3. Sift in the all-purpose flour and salt into the egg mixture, alternating with whole milk. Gently fold in to maintain airiness.
  4. Grease a 22 to 24 cm springform pan with butter or non-stick spray, pour in the batter, and smooth the top.
  5. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  6. Cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  7. Dust with powdered sugar and serve warm or at room temperature with whipped cream or fresh berries.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 130mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure your eggs are at room temperature for the best texture. Gently fold dry ingredients to avoid densifying the batter.

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