The 1901 Cookbook Archive
No. 2210 — Vanilla Sponge Biscuits
English historical translation of Molokhovets recipe No. 2210 from the 1901 Russian cookbook, retaining original methods and measures.
Pound a third pound sugar with a piece of vanilla and sift through a fine sieve.
Beat in seven yolks until pale, fold in seven whipped whites while gradually adding six lots potato flour, about half a glass.
Pour into a shallow paper or tin mould and bake moderately.
Glaze if desired, or sandwich in pairs with jam and cut into oblong rectangles.
Original source: Read Russian recipe No. 2210. Historical quantities and terminology are retained. See the measurements guide. Period preparation and storage methods are not modern safety guidance.