{"id":8963,"date":"2023-11-25T07:49:02","date_gmt":"2023-11-25T07:49:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ourfulltable.com\/?p=8963"},"modified":"2023-11-25T07:49:02","modified_gmt":"2023-11-25T07:49:02","slug":"mary-berrys-simple-victoria-sponge-cake-is-the-perfect-weekend-treat-recipe","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ourfulltable.com\/everyday-meals\/mary-berrys-simple-victoria-sponge-cake-is-the-perfect-weekend-treat-recipe\/","title":{"rendered":"Mary Berry&#8217;s simple Victoria sponge cake is the perfect weekend treat &#8211; recipe"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.images.express.co.uk\/img\/dynamic\/14\/590x\/secondary\/sponge-cake-5075512.jpg?r=1700488443527\"><\/p>\n<p>The weekend is here which means plenty of time for fun activities such as baking (and eating baked goods).<\/p>\n<p>Treat yourself and your loved ones this Saturday or Sunday with Mary Berry&#8217;s simple Victoria sponge cake.<\/p>\n<p>It makes six to eight slices so is ideal for afternoon tea or dessert at a dinner party.<\/p>\n<p>Mary&#8217;s official website reads: &#8220;Mary Berry&#8217;s simple Victoria sponge is perfect for serving with friends at teatime.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>While this sublime sponge recipe is impressive and delicious, it&#8217;s suitable for even the most novice bakers. Get young kids and grandkids involved for some family fun.<\/p>\n<p> <strong> READ MORE: <\/strong> <strong>Jamie Oliver&#8217;s sweet and sour chicken is a real winner &#8211; fantastic recipe<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.images.express.co.uk\/img\/dynamic\/14\/590x\/secondary\/sponge-cake-5075521.jpg?r=1700488443578\"><\/p>\n<h3>Ingredients<\/h3>\n<p><strong>For the sponge<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>225g baking spread<\/li>\n<li>225g caster sugar<\/li>\n<li>225g self-raising flour<\/li>\n<li>One tsp baking powder<\/li>\n<li>Four large eggs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>For the filling and topping<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Approx four tbsp raspberry or strawberry jam<\/li>\n<li>A little caster sugar<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p> <strong> Don&#8217;t miss&#8230; <\/strong> <br \/> <strong>Common storage method for bananas is &#8216;not the best&#8217;, warn experts[HACK] <\/strong> <br \/> <strong>Aldi announces strict two per customer rule for popular Christmas item[LATEST] <\/strong> <br \/> <strong>Jamie Oliver&#8217;s speedy spinach curry is tasty and warming &#8211; 15 minute recipe[RECIPE] <\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Method<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>1. Preheat the oven to 180\u00b0C\/fan 160\u00b0C\/gas mark 4. Cut two greaseproof paper circles, grease the sandwich tins with baking spread and place the circles inside them. Grease the circles.<br \/>2. Add the baking spread to a large mixing bowl, then the caster sugar, self-raising flour and baking powder. Carefully crack the eggs and add these one at a time.<br \/>3. Using the electric mixer at a slow speed, beat the mixture for two minutes until it&#8217;s smooth. If done properly, the mixture will be soft enough to drop off the beaters when they are lifted.<br \/>4. Divide the mixture into two between the prepared tins. Smooth over the surfaces with a palette knife or spatula. 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You&#8217;ll know the cakes are ready when they are risen and are a light golden colour. When lightly pressed, the tops should spring back. Leave to cool for around two minutes, then use a knife to loosen the edges a little.<br \/>6. Carefully push the cakes out of the tins from their bases, turn them upside down and remove the bases. Cool the cakes the correct way up on a rack. Run a palette knife through the jam to soften it.<br \/>7. When the cakes have cooled, take away the lining papers and put one of the cake layers onto a plate upside down. Use a knife to carefully but generously spread with jam. Gently place the other layer on top and dust with caster sugar. 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