Sugar syrup for sponge cake soaking - a recipe for soaking sponge cake with step-by-step photos

Often, the simplest solutions are the best. The same can be said for soaking sponge cakes. A basic lemon-flavored sugar syrup works well with any type of sponge dough. It won't leave any drips and pairs well with all creams and fillings.

Nutritional value per serving

141.4 kcal

Proteins: 0.1 g
Fats: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 31.9 g

*Nutritional value is calculated per 100g of ingredients

Total time: 7 min
Time in the kitchen: 5 min
Complexity:

It will work even if you're making it for the first time. Not just this dish, but your first time ever.
Number of servings: 1

Recipe with step-by-step photos

Sugar syrup for soaking the sponge cake

Ingredients

Servings

Sugar

600 G
Water

250 ml
Lemon (slice)

1 pcs
Citric acid

0.25 tsp

Preparation

Step 1

Place the sugar in a saucepan and add water. Immediately add a lemon wedge.

Step 2

Place on the stove and turn on medium heat. Start stirring until the sugar is completely dissolved.

Step 3

Stop stirring and bring the syrup to a boil. At this point, add the citric acid and quickly stir until completely dissolved. Cook for 1 minute and remove from heat.

Step 4

Pour the syrup into a glass container that can withstand high temperatures.

Step 5

The sugar syrup for the cake is ready. Remove the lemon wedge and let it cool to room temperature before using.

Lemon is used in this soak only if desired. A small wedge of citrus imparts a distinctive aroma and thickens the soak. It also prevents the sugar from crystallizing. Therefore, lemon is often used as an additive in confectionery soaks.

If you decide to omit the citrus flavor, slightly increase the simmering time of the syrup to achieve the desired thickness.

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