Homemade Cake Without Oven | Sponge Cake

Introduction

Sponge cake is easy to prepare and delicious to eat. Many people wish to bake a cake at home but lack an oven. However, with a simple technique, you can prepare a cake without needing a regular or microwave oven. All you need is clean sand (free from mud), which is placed in a flat tawa, pan, or large wok over the stove. The cake batter, placed in a baking tin, is then placed on top of the sand, which distributes heat evenly for slow cooking. This method results in a fluffy and soft sponge cake. You can also make the batter using a blender, hand mixer, or even by hand. Here are three methods for making the batter and step-by-step instructions on how to bake the cake without an oven.

For 250 grams cake

Preparation time: 10 Minutes
Baking time: 20 Minutes
Yield: 250 grams
Main ingredients: Egg, cooking butter, maida, sugar
Course: Dessert / Snack
1 Cup measurement: 200ml

 

Quick Navigation:

• Ingredients
• Procedure
• Step 1: Grease the Baking Tin
• Batter Making Method 1: Using Hand Power (No Blender or Mixer)
• Step 1: Mix Ingredients
• Step 2: Whisk the Batter
• Step 3: Add Essence and Baking Soda
• Cake Baking Procedure
• Step 1: Prepare the Batter for Baking
• Step 2: Set the Baking Tin on Hot Sand
• Step 3: Bake
• Step 4: Check for Doneness
• Step 5: Remove the Cake
• Step 6: Remove the Burnt Edges
• Batter Making Method 2: Using a Blender (Mixi)
• Step 1: Blend Butter and Eggs
• Step 2: Add Sugar
• Step 3: Add Maida
• Batter Making Method 3: Using a Hand Mixer
• Step 1: Mix Butter and Eggs
• Step 2: Add Sugar
• Step 3: Add Maida
• Step 4: Add Baking Soda and Essence
• Chocolate Sponge Cake

 

Ingredients

Here are the ingredients needed to make this simple and delicious sponge cake:

Cooking butter, beaten eggs, sugar (finely powdered): 1 Cup

Maida (plain flour): 1 & 1/2 Cups

Pineapple essence: 1/4 tbsp

Baking soda: 1/2 tbsp

Clarified butter (ghee): To grease the baking tin

Clear sand: As required, to spread. If you can?t find clean sand, you can make it at home. Wash regular sand thoroughly, remove all mud and debris, and let it dry. Heat it in a pan to sterilize it, and it can be reused multiple times.

Procedure

Step 1: Grease the Baking Tin

Apply grease to a baking tin and spread 1 tbsp maida inside to prevent the cake from sticking. Set it aside.

Batter Making Method 1: Using Hand Power (No Blender or Mixer)

Step 1: Mix Ingredients

In a mixing bowl, combine sugar powder, butter, and eggs. Lightly whisk the mixture before adding maida.

Step 2: Whisk the Batter

Whisk the batter continuously in one direction (either clockwise or anti-clockwise) for 5-10 minutes until it forms a smooth, lump-free batter.

Step 3: Add Essence and Baking Soda

Add pineapple essence and baking soda to the batter. Continue whisking in the same direction until the batter becomes fluffy and soft (bubbles should form).

The batter is now ready for baking.

Cake Baking Procedure

Step 1: Prepare the Batter for Baking

Pour the prepared batter into the greased baking tin.

Step 2: Set the Baking Tin on Hot Sand

Carefully place the baking tin on top of the hot sand in the tawa or wok.

Step 3: Bake

Close the wok and bake the cake on medium flame for 15-20 minutes. Note: The baking time may vary depending on the thickness of the bottom of the tawa or wok.

Step 4: Check for Doneness

To check if the cake is done, insert a spoon or knife into the center of the cake. If it comes out clean, the cake is ready. If not, continue baking for another 5 minutes.

Step 5: Remove the Cake

Carefully remove the cake tin from the wok and turn the cake onto a plate.

Step 6: Remove the Burnt Edges

If necessary, use a knife to remove any burnt areas from the bottom or sides of the cake.

Your soft and fluffy sponge cake is ready to serve!

Batter Making Method 2: Using a Blender (Mixi)

Step 1: Blend Butter and Eggs

In a blender, combine the cooking butter and eggs. Blend for 2-3 minutes.

Step 2: Add Sugar

Add the powdered sugar and blend for another 2 minutes.

Step 3: Add Maida

Add the maida to the blender and blend for 3 minutes until the batter becomes fluffy. Finally, add the baking soda and essence, and blend for another minute.

Bake the cake using the procedure outlined above.

Batter Making Method 3: Using a Hand Mixer

Step 1: Mix Butter and Eggs

Using a hand mixer, blend the butter and eggs together.

Step 2: Add Sugar

Next, add the powdered sugar and mix thoroughly.

Step 3: Add Maida

Add the maida and continue mixing until well-combined.

Step 4: Add Baking Soda and Essence

Add baking soda and essence, whisking until the batter is light and fluffy.

Bake the cake using the steps shown earlier.

Chocolate Sponge Cake

If you?d like to make a chocolate sponge cake, simply add 2 tablespoons of cocoa powder to the batter and mix well.

Q) Is egg compulsory?
While the cake can be made eggless, it is highly recommended to include eggs for a richer texture and higher nutritional value.

Q) Do we have to use maida only? Can we substitute another flour?
You can substitute maida with whole wheat flour. It will give the cake a browner color but won?t significantly alter the taste.

Q) Can I use organic brown sugar instead of white sugar?
Yes, organic brown sugar can be used in place of white sugar. The taste remains the same, though brown sugar is more expensive and used less commonly in bakeries.

Tasty chocolate sponge cake is ready :)

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