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Definition of sponge cake

sponge cake

Plural:sponge cakes
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sponge cake Lexical Profile

• noun

1

A soft, light, and airy cake made primarily from flour, sugar, and beaten eggs, known for its porous texture.

Example

"She baked a classic vanilla sponge cake and layered it with fresh strawberries and whipped cream."

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• Nearby Words

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sponge
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spongefruit
spookfish

Word Origin & Etymology

The term dates back to the early 17th century in England, named for its highly aerated, porous crumb structure that resembles a natural sea sponge, which is achieved by vigorously whipping air into eggs before baking.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Sponge cake. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 16, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/sponge cake
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