The Savoy cake is one of the oldest French cakes, dating back to the 14th century and the court of the Count of Savoy. Without any fat, it relies entirely on incorporating air through whipped egg whites, which gives it its characteristic fluffy texture. Its success depends on the delicate mixing and respecting the baking process: do not open the oven at the beginning of baking or it will collapse. A zest of lemon is enough to flavor it.
Its fluffy texture comes solely from the whipped egg whites: it contains no fat. The delicate folding of the whites and baking without opening the oven at the start are crucial.
The quantities and detailed steps are indicated in the recipe sheet on this page.
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