Sponge Layer Cake

1. 1

   In small bowl of electric mixer, beat egg whites.

2. 2

   Add 1/4 teaspoon salt and cream of tartar; beat until stiff peaks form. Set aside.

3. 3

   In large bowl, beat egg yolks until light in color. Add 1/4 teaspoon salt and 2 teaspoons cold water; beat until frothy.

4. 4

   Gradually add hot water.

5. 5

   Slowly add sugar, then flour. Fold beaten egg whites into rest of batter.

6. 6

   Pour into 2 (9-inch) layer cake pans which have only the bottom greased and floured. Bake at 325u00b0 for 30 to 35 minutes.

7. 7

   Remove from pans; cool.

8. 8

   Frost with Cooked Icing (recipe given).

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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