The dry cake, also known as Costa Rican sponge cake, is a traditional dessert with a light and dry crumb. Featuring flavors ranging from orange to rum, it’s a delight for those who appreciate simple and tasty treats. Perfect to accompany a coffee or tea.
The Dry Cake is an easy-to-make dessert, ideal for sharing with friends and family on any occasion.
Its fluffy texture and flavor of orange and rum make it irresistible.
Once baked, it results in a golden, aromatic cake that will delight everyone's palate.
A delight you cannot miss to try.
Dry Cake
Ingredients
300 grams of Butter
8 Eggs
1 ½ cup of Sugar
4 cups of Flour
3 teaspoons of Baking powder
¾ cup of Fresh orange juice
Orange zest
2 tablespoons of Rum
1 teaspoon of Vanilla
1 pinch of Salt
Preparation
Step 1 : To prepare this delicious cake, start by sifting the flour with the baking powder and set aside.
Step 2 : In a bowl, beat the butter with the sugar and a pinch of salt until you get a smooth, creamy mixture.
Step 3 : Then, gradually add the egg yolks and beat for about 5 minutes.
Step 4 : Next, add the sifted flour, orange juice and zest, vanilla, and rum.
Step 5 : In another bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form, then carefully fold them into the cake mixture.
Step 6 : Once the mixture is ready, pour it into a previously greased and floured mold.
Step 7 : Bake in a preheated oven at 180 degrees Celsius for approximately 30 minutes, until golden.
Video
Preparation (simple version)
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