Classic Victoria Sponge Cake
A classic British dessert with layers of fluffy sponge, sweet jam, and a dusting of powdered sugar, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 200g unsalted butter, softened
- 200g granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 200g all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 2 tbsp milk
- Jam (for filling)
- Whipped cream (optional)
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease and flour two 8-inch round cake pans.
- Cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Sift in the flour and baking powder, then fold them in gently.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
- Spread a generous layer of jam on one cake layer and optional whipped cream before placing the other layer on top.
- Dust the top with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
Feel free to swap the jam for lemon curd or strawberry puree. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 125mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
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