👨‍🍳 निर्देश

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease and flour a 23cm (9-inch) round cake pan, or line the bottom with parchment paper. For a more traditional approach, use a springform pan.

   ⏱️ 5 minutes
2. 2

   In a large, clean bowl, combine the room temperature eggs and granulated sugar. Using an electric mixer (stand mixer with whisk attachment or hand mixer), beat on medium-high speed for at least 15-20 minutes. The mixture should become very pale, thick, and form ribbons that slowly dissolve when the beaters are lifted. This stage is crucial for incorporating air.

   ⏱️ 15-20 minutes
3. 3

   Sift the flour gradually over the egg and sugar mixture. Gently fold the flour in using a large spatula or balloon whisk. Use an 'under-and-over' motion, rotating the bowl, until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can deflate the batter.

   ⏱️ 5 minutes
4. 4

   Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan. Gently tap the pan on the counter a couple of times to release any large air bubbles.

   ⏱️ 1 minute
5. 5

   Bake for 30-35 minutes. The cake should be golden brown on top and spring back when lightly touched. A skewer inserted into the center should come out with moist crumbs attached, but not wet batter. For a moister center (like the Ovar style), err on the side of slightly underbaking.

   ⏱️ 30-35 minutes
6. 6

   Once baked, remove the cake from the oven. Let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before carefully inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely. The center should remain slightly soft and moist.