genoise

/ʒɛnˈwɑz/
noun
  1. A light, airy sponge cake made with eggs, sugar, and flour, often used as a base for layered desserts.
    • She baked a genoise for the strawberry shortcake.
    • The pastry chef used a genoise as the base for the tiramisu.
    • A classic genoise requires beating eggs and sugar until thick and pale.
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