Sometimes you just need a treat to get yourself through the tough times. Well, what’s better than a sponge cake for that?! These moist and fluffy creations are made without eggs and are light enough to have multiple servings! Just make sure to not eat the whole thing in one sitting!

Here are 10 beautiful sponge cakes that will be there for you when life gets you down!

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1. Raw Swedish Princess Cake

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Sweden’s beloved cake gets a raw makeover! A princess cake is a Swedish dessert consisting of a layer of sponge cake, a layer of pastry cream or custard, and a thick layer of whipped cream all surrounded by a layer of green marzipan. This Raw Swedish Princess Cake by Natalie Yonan is light and fluffy, made from coconut and almond flour, and is covered with sweet strawberry chia jam, a layer of vanilla custard, whipped coconut cream, and raw marzipan.

2. Almond and Coconut Flour Sponge Cake

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Fluffy, moist sponge cake, no egg whites or dairy required! Instead, this sponge cake is made with coconut flour, toasted almond oil, and the magical aquafaba (or liquid from a can of chickpeas). Use this Almond and Coconut Flour Sponge Cake by Lilia Jankowska for some decadent cake creations, or enjoy a simple version with just a dusting of powdered sugar and plenty of fruit on top.

3. Chocolate Sponge Cake

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Soft, moist, and chocolatey sponge cake, healthy and super decadent at the same time, especially if you fill it with any frosting. This Chocolate Sponge Cake by Maja Tisma is light enough to enjoy for breakfast, snacks, or dessert.

4. Cashew Ricotta Chocolate Sponge Cake

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Between the three layers of this oil-free cake, buckwheat-cashew ricotta is alternated with a rich and chocolatey cream frosting. The layers are made of soaked buckwheat and millet, thus making the sponge cake gluten-free. The green layer is colored with matcha powder and the yellow one with turmeric, but don’t worry, you won’t taste them. Top with berries to make this Cashew Ricotta Chocolate Sponge Cake by Nele Liivlaid even more fabulous.

5. Vanilla Sponge Cake with Buttercream Frosting and Strawberry Jam

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This cake is moist yet fluffy and delicious with layers of vanilla buttercream and strawberry jam with a coating of light buttercream frosting. The Vanilla Sponge Cake with Buttercream Frosting and Strawberry Jam by Holly Jade perfect treat for afternoon tea or a special occasion!

6. Pancho Cake

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This Pancho Cake by Yana Chistyakova features a vanilla sponge cake base, a chocolate sponge cake, pastry cream, pineapple and cherry filling, and rich chocolate syrup. All these flavors come together to give you a deliciously moist cake that you will not be able to stop eating!

7. Vanilla Sponge Cake

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You can make a vanilla sponge or add different ingredients like chocolate drops, lemon, or dried fruit. Whatever you do, this Vanilla Sponge Cake by Aaron Calder is sure to hit the spot.

8. Victoria Sponge

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This is a great cake to make to please everyone, some people aren’t keen on chocolate cake or coffee cake which makes this Gluten-Free, Vegan Victoria Sponge by Julia Shannahan the perfect cake to please everyone!

9. Kinder Delice

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This Kinder Delice chocolate by Kirsten Kaminski is so amazingly delicious! The layers go so well together to form an exquisite dessert!

10. Cherry and Banana Sponge Cake

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This sweet and fresh Cherry and Banana Sponge Cake by Yana Chistyakova is full of refreshing fruit flavors. Perfect for a snack, a dessert, or whenever you’re feeling like a tasty treat!

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