Delia Smith Victoria Sponge

Delia Smith’s Victoria Sponge is made with self-raising flour, baking powder, spreadable butter, golden caster sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract. This delicious Victoria Sponge recipe creates a tasty dessert that takes about 50 minutes to prepare and can serve up to 8 people.

Delia Smith Victoria Sponge Ingredients

• 115g (4 oz) self-raising flour
• 1 level teaspoon baking powder
• 115g (4 oz) spreadable butter
• 115g (4 oz) golden caster sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• To finish: Preserves, etc. (see end of method)
• Icing sugar for dusting

How To Make Delia Smith Victoria Sponge

1. Preheat Oven: Heat your oven to 170°C (340°F), gas mark 3.
2. Prepare Dry Ingredients: Sift the flour and baking powder into a large mixing bowl, holding the sieve high to let the flour air out.
3. Mix Ingredients: Add all the other ingredients to the bowl. Use an electric whisk to mix them for about 1 minute until smooth and creamy.
4. Divide and Bake: Divide the mixture between two cake tins. Smooth the tops with a spoon. Bake in the middle of the oven for about 25 minutes. The cakes are ready when they spring back if you press the center lightly.
5. Cool Cakes: Take the cakes out of the oven. After about 30 seconds, loosen the edges with a knife and turn them out onto a wire rack.
6. Peel Lining: Carefully remove the paper lining from the cakes.
7. Flip Cakes: Place another wire rack on top of the cakes and flip them over so the tops are up to keep them from sticking.
8. Finish: Once cooled, spread preserves, lemon curd, or whipped cream between the cakes. Dust the top with icing sugar.

Recipe Tips

• Use Room Temperature Ingredients: Let your butter and eggs sit out until they are at room temperature. This helps them mix better and makes the cake lighter.
• Don’t Overmix: Mix the batter only until smooth. Overmixing can make the cake heavy.
• Check Cake for Doneness: Lightly press the center of the cake with your finger. If it springs back, the cake is done. If not, bake a bit longer.
• Cool Cakes Completely: Let the cakes cool completely on a wire rack before adding preserves or cream. This keeps the layers from falling apart.

What To Serve With Victoria Sponge?

This delicious Victoria Sponge pairs well with fresh strawberries, a dollop of whipped cream, a sprinkle of icing sugar, or a side of lemon curd. It can also be served alongside a cup of tea, a scoop of vanilla ice cream, or a handful of fresh berries for a tasty dessert.

How To Store Leftovers Victoria Sponge?

• Refrigerate: Let the Victoria Sponge cool to room temperature. Store it in an airtight container or cover it with plastic wrap. It will stay fresh in the fridge for up to 3 days.
• Freeze: Cool the cake completely before wrapping it tightly in plastic wrap and foil. To thaw, move it to the fridge overnight before serving. The cake freezes well and will be good for up to 3 months.

How To Reheat Leftovers Victoria Sponge?

• In The Oven: Preheat the oven to 150°C (300°F). Place the cake on a baking sheet and warm it for about 10 minutes. This helps it stay moist.
• In The Microwave: Place a slice of cake on a microwave-safe plate. Heat on medium power for 15-20 seconds. Check to see if it’s warmed through.

Delia Smith Victoria Sponge Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of the cake)

• Calories: 250
• Total Fat: 12g
• Saturated Fat: 7g
• Cholesterol: 85mg
• Sodium: 160mg
• Potassium: 130mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 33g
• Dietary Fiber: 1g
• Sugars: 20g
• Protein: 3g

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• Delia Smith Pancake Recipe
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