FunCakes Chocolate Sponge Mix – Light and Airy Texture (500 g, 1 kg or 4 kg)
Create professional cake bases in record time with the FunCakes Chocolate Sponge Mix. This high-quality preparation is specially designed to achieve an incredibly light, soft, and airy crumb, with the intense taste of cocoa. It is the ideal base for your most prestigious entremets, such as the famous Black Forest, or for indulgent layer cakes.
Why choose FunCakes preparation for your sponge cakes?
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Simplicity and Speed: No need to weigh each ingredient; this mix guarantees consistent results and saves valuable time in the kitchen.
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Unmatched Texture: Unlike a simple chocolate cake, the resulting sponge is particularly elastic and tender, perfect for soaking with syrup.
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Available Sizes: Available in 500 g for occasional use, 1 kg for your festive projects, or in an economical 4 kg size for enthusiasts and professionals.
Instructions and Success Tips
To obtain a tall and well-risen sponge, follow these essential steps:
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Preparation: Preheat your oven to 180°C (160°C with fan). Make sure your eggs and water are at room temperature for better emulsification.
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The Beating Secret: Mix the preparation, eggs, and water. Beat at high speed for 7 to 8 minutes (crucial for incorporating air), then finish with 2 to 3 minutes at low speed to smooth the batter.
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Baking: Pour into a buttered pan (fill halfway or two-thirds). Chef’s Tip: Never open the oven door during baking to prevent the sponge from collapsing.
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Finishing: The sponge is ready when it is elastic to the touch. Unmold immediately and let cool on a rack to avoid residual moisture.
Technical Specifications and Composition
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Ingredients: Sugar, wheat flour, skimmed cocoa powder (5%), wheat starch, emulsifiers: E472b (palm), E477 (palm), barley malt, dehydrated glucose syrup, raising agents: E500, E450, skimmed milk powder, burnt sugar, thickener: E415.
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Allergens: Contains wheat, barley, and milk.
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Available Weights: 500 g, 1 kg, 4 kg.
All About the Chocolate Sponge Mix (Tips & Tricks)
How much mix should I use according to my pan? For a round pan 20 cm in diameter and 7-10 cm high, plan about 250g to 300g of mix. The 500g size is ideal for 2 medium cakes, while the 4kg size is the most cost-effective solution for batch productions or large tiered cakes.
Can the flavor of the sponge be customized? Absolutely. Although the chocolate flavor is already present thanks to the skimmed cocoa, you can add a few drops of vanilla extract or a zest of orange to create a unique flavor harmony in your cake.
How should I store my sponge once baked? If you do not fill it immediately, wrap the cooled sponge in cling film. It keeps perfectly for 2 days at room temperature or can be frozen. Freezing is actually a great tip to facilitate cutting the cake layers.
