Instant Sponge Cake (Genoise) Mix, Neutral

With no separating and a comparatively little whipping, the instant sponge cake from Pastry 1 makes whipping up tasty Genoise cakes a breeze! A fundamental building block of European pastry, you’ll need a bag or two of this Genoise mix in your pantry at all times. Whether you own a bustling bakery or a cottage baking company, even the avid home chef can benefit from the ease and tasty results of this mix.

How to Use

Notoriously tricky to make, we’ve eliminated the worries of making Genoise cake from scratch with this instant cake mix. Quick and hassle-free, combine 1000g Genoise Mix Gen-Prep with 600g Whole eggs and 200g Warm water. Combine the ingredients well, then whip on low speed for 2 minutes, followed by 4 minutes on high. Bake for twenty minutes at 355F (180C) and enjoy the tasty results! Excellent for many of our favorite classic preparations, use this mix to create everything from ladyfingers and madeleines to the Christmas-time favorite Buche de Noel!

What is a Genoise Cake?

Also known as Genovese or Genoese (named after the Italian city of Genoa,) the Genoise Sponge cake is a classic for a reason. When made correctly, it is wonderfully light and fluffy and makes the ideal base for many desserts. From layer cakes to jelly rolls and beyond, the more you bake, the more often you’ll find yourself making Genoise.