Traditional Cakes

Traditional Polish Almond Sponge Cake (Ćwibak)

Name: Traditional Polish Almond Sponge Cake (Ćwibak)
Total time: 60 min
Ingredients: For the cake:; Large eggs – 6; Plain flour – 2 cups; Margarine – 250 g; Icing sugar – 1 cup; Gellwe Baking Powder – 1 tsp; Gellwe Almond Flavouring – 1 vial

60 min.

Medium

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Ingredients:

For the cake:

Large eggs – 6
Plain flour – 2 cups
Margarine – 250 g
Icing sugar – 1 cup
Gellwe Baking Powder – 1 tsp
Gellwe Almond Flavouring – 1 vial

A traditional Polish cake with a soft, light texture and a delicate almond flavour. Made with simple ingredients and Gellwe Almond Flavouring, this classic homemade bake is finished with a dusting of icing sugar. Delicious on its own or served with fruit in syrup, it's perfect for afternoon tea, family gatherings and special occasions.

Preparation instructions:

1.

Beat the margarine with the icing sugar until creamy. Gradually add the flour, two tablespoons at a time, alternating with one egg yolk at a time, beating continuously. Towards the end, add the Gellwe Almond Flavouring and Gellwe Baking Powder.
2.

Whisk the egg whites until stiff peaks form, then gently fold them into the cake batter.
3.

Transfer the batter to a deep, narrow baking tin greased with butter and dusted with breadcrumbs. Bake in an oven preheated to 180°C for 45 minutes.
4.

Remove the cake from the oven and leave to cool slightly. Dust with icing sugar before serving. If desired, serve with fruit in syrup.
5.

Enjoy!