Maple Victoria Sponge
Prep
15 mins
Cook
30 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
This maple Victoria sponge is my go to cake when I want something elegant but honestly, it's ridiculously easy to pull together. The whole thing takes less than an hour from start to finish, and you probably have most of the ingredients in your kitchen already. What I love most is how the maple syrup adds this wonderful depth of flavor while keeping the cake naturally moist without any fussy techniques. Plus, maple contains antioxidants and minerals that make it a slightly smarter choice than plain sugar. Layer it with fresh strawberries and whipped cream for a showstopper dessert that tastes like you spent way more effort than you actually did.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 250all-purpose flour
- 200granulated sugar
- 150unsalted butter
- 2eggs
- 100maple syrup(grade A, dark brown)
- 10baking powder
- 5salt
- 100all-purpose milk
- 1vanilla extract(high-quality, pure extract)
- 200 freshstrawberries
- 100 heavy creamwhipped cream
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
Tip: Make sure to grease the paper well to prevent the cake from sticking.
- 2
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
Tip: Use a whisk or electric mixer to ensure the ingredients are well combined.
- 3
In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, and vanilla extract.
Tip: Make sure the eggs are at room temperature before whisking.
- 4
Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
Tip: Don't overmix the batter!
- 5
Pour the batter into two 20cm round cake pans.
Tip: Make sure the pans are evenly greased with butter or cooking spray.
- 6
Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Tip: Don't open the oven door during baking!
- 7
While the cakes are baking, prepare the maple syrup glaze.
Tip: Bring the maple syrup to room temperature before using.
- 8
To assemble the cake, place one cake layer on a serving plate and spread with whipped cream.
Tip: Use a piping bag or spatula to smooth the cream.
- 9
Drizzle the maple syrup glaze over the whipped cream and top with the second cake layer.
Tip: You can adjust the amount of glaze to your liking!
- 10
Garnish with sliced strawberries and serve immediately.
Tip: The cake is best served fresh, but it can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
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