AUNT ELSIE'S HOT MILK SPONGE
CAKE/SHORTCAKE
 
2 eggs
1 c. sugar
1 c. sifted flour
1 tsp. baking powder
1/4 tsp. salt
1/2 c. hot milk
2 tbsp. melted butter
1 tsp. vanilla

Beat eggs 3 minutes, or until thick and lemon colored. Gradually add sugar, beating constantly for 4-5 minutes. Sift flour, baking powder, and salt; fold into egg mixture. Stir hot milk, melted butter, and vanilla into batter. Blend well. Pour into 8 inch square pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 25-30 minutes.

Serve as shortcake with strawberries and cream/whipped cream.

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Aunt Elsie's Hot Milk Sponge Cake/Shortcake
   #192632
 Jane B. (Wisconsin) says:
This is our favorite cake! My husband, who doesn't care for sweets, loves this cake. Just the right size for a small family. Stays moist. I use it as a shortcake or just a dessert cake. Sometimes I don't even frost it.

 

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