Victoria Sponge

Victoria Sponge
  • Author: shikoomkoom

Indulge in a classic treat with this heavenly sponge cake recipe. Soft layers of light, fluffy sponge are sandwiched together with a luscious filling of sweet strawberry jam and decadent double cream. A delightful harmony of textures and flavors awaits in this simple yet irresistible dessert. Perfect for any occasion, this cake is sure to win over hearts and taste buds alike. Enjoy a slice of pure deliciousness with this delightful sponge cake.

— Constant Cookbook

Ingredients

  • Sponge -
  • 175g butter/margerine
  • 175g caster sugar
  • 3 eggs, beaten
  • 175g self-raising flour
  • Filling -
  • 3 tbsp strawberry jam (hartley's with real fruit pieces is gorgeous!)
  • 500ml double cream

Instructions

  • Set the oven to 180C. Butter 2 sandwich tins with a 20cm diameter
  • Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy, and then slowly add the beaten egg.
  • Fold in the sifted flour and spoon the mixture into the prepared cake tins
  • Bake for 20 minutes. Leave to cool and then remove from the tins
  • Whip the cream until thick and use it to fill the sponge with the jam
  • Dust liberally with icing sugar to serve

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Yield

Serves 8