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Victoria Sponge Cake

Make authentic Victoria Sponge Cake with this foolproof recipe. Packed with rich traditional flavor, step-by-step photos, and cooking tips by Denisiya on EatMee Recipes.

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By DenisiyaPublished on December 10, 2019
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Victoria Sponge Cake
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Prep Time25 mins
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Cook Time40 mins
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Total Time65 mins
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ServingsMakes 1 Cake
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This Recipe Makes 1 Cake

The Victoria Sponge Cake also known as the Victoria Sandwich Cake or Sponge is a cake which consists of two layers of vanilla sponge cake that is sandwiched together with a jam & cream filling.

This cake was named after Queen Victoria, whom consumed a slice of sponge cake with her afternoon tea.

Traditionally, this British bake uses strawberry jam & whipped cream as the filling. Alternatively, a jam of your preference may be substituted & instead of whipped cream, butter cream may be used as it stores longer. For this recipe, I have substituted the whipped cream with butter cream.

Two 20 centimeter cake pans can be used to bake the cakes at the same time. I did not have cake pans of that size so I opted to using a small steel pot & because I only had one of those pots on hand, I have baked the cakes individually which called for more time consumption.

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Ingredients

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Base Yield: Makes 1 Cake

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Step-by-Step Instructions

43 Steps
  1. Step 1

    Preheat oven to 180° Celsius or 356° Fahrenheit.

  2. Step 2

    Make sure that the butter is softened at room temperature.

    Step 2 visual guide
  3. Step 3

    Add the butter to a mixing bowl.

    Step 3 visual guide
  4. Step 4

    Add the sugar to the butter.

    Step 4 visual guide
  5. Step 5

    Mix well.

    Step 5 visual guide
  6. Step 6

    Next, add the eggs one at a time, mixing after each addition as this will prevent the mixture from curdling.

  7. Step 7

    First egg.

    Step 7 visual guide
  8. Step 8

    Mix.

    Step 8 visual guide
  9. Step 9

    Second egg.

    Step 9 visual guide
  10. Step 10

    Mix.

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  11. Step 11

    Third egg.

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  12. Step 12

    Mix.

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  13. Step 13

    Fourth egg.

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  14. Step 14

    Mix.

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  15. Step 15

    Add in the vanilla essence.

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  16. Step 16

    Mix.

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  17. Step 17

    Next, add in the all-purpose flour, salt & baking powder.

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  18. Step 18

    Roughly mix.

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  19. Step 19

    Pour in the milk.

    Step 19 visual guide
  20. Step 20

    Mix until well combined.

    Step 20 visual guide
  21. Step 21

    Prepare a baking tin or pot by greasing it with a little spray & bake or butter & pour in only half of the batter. If you have two tins, you may pour both halves into each of the the tins.

    Step 21 visual guide
  22. Step 22

    As I have said in the description above, I did not have a baking pan small enough for this cake so I opted to using a steel pot.

    Step 22 visual guide
  23. Step 23

    Place the baking tin in the preheated oven & bake for 20 minutes.

    Step 23 visual guide
  24. Step 24

    Once baked, insert a skewer or knife to check if it is thoroughly cooked. If it comes out with wet cake batter then put it back into the oven for a few minutes. If there isn’t any wet batter then the cake is cooked.

  25. Step 25

    Flip the cake over onto a plate. It is best to place the plate over the baking tin/pot & the carefully flip it over.

    Step 25 visual guide
  26. Step 26

    Thereafter, carefully place the cake/s onto a cooling rack & set aside.

    Step 26 visual guide
  27. Step 27

    I have baked my cakes individually, so grease the baking tin/pot again & add in the remaining batter if you are doing it just as I have done.

    Step 27 visual guide
  28. Step 28

    Bake the second half of the batter for 20 minutes as well.

    Step 28 visual guide
  29. Step 29

    Flip the second cake over onto a plate

    Step 29 visual guide
  30. Step 30

    Place the cake onto the cooling rack.

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  31. Step 31

    It is fine if the cakes aren’t exactly the same size once baked. Once they are sandwiched together, it won’t be noticeable.

    Step 31 visual guide
  32. Step 32

    Once the cakes are cool, place one of the cake layers onto a plate, platter or cake stand. I use the bottom side up to create that more parallel appearance.

    Step 32 visual guide
  33. Step 33

    Apply a generous amount of strawberry jam (or your preferred jam) onto the cake. I prefer adding the jam first, as I find it gives additional moisture to the cake.

    Step 33 visual guide
  34. Step 34

    Next, if you are using whipped cream, whip that up. If you are using butter cream as I have done then simply add the butter to a mixing bowl, mix until smooth & gradually add in the icing sugar (confectionery sugar). Mix until it forms a creamy & smooth mixture.

    Step 34 visual guide
  35. Step 35

    Spread the butter cream or whipped cream over the jam. You can smoosh it down evenly with clean fingers if spatulas or utensils don’t work well.

    Step 35 visual guide
  36. Step 36

    Place the other cake layer over the cream & slightly press down.

    Step 36 visual guide
  37. Step 37

    Decorate the top of the cake with sliced strawberries.

    Step 37 visual guide
  38. Step 38

    Finally, using a sieve, dust over the icing sugar (confectionery sugar).

    Step 38 visual guide
  39. Step 39

    The Victoria Sponge Cake is now ready to devour.

    Step 39 visual guide
  40. Step 40

    Notice how pretty the filling & the layers look.

    Step 40 visual guide
  41. Step 41

    Slice & serve.

    Step 41 visual guide
  42. Step 42

    If using whipping cream, this cake will store well for a day or two in the refrigerator or if butter cream is being used, it should store well for a week.

    Step 42 visual guide
  43. Step 43

    Take note that the icing sugar (confectionery sugar) doesn’t do well in the refrigerator as it will dissolve. When serving after storing, you may dust on more icing sugar (confectionery sugar) if preferred.

    Step 43 visual guide
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Frequently Asked Questions & Cooking Tips

Expert kitchen guidance and troubleshooting for making the best Victoria Sponge Cake

How should I store Victoria Sponge Cake to maintain freshness?

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 to 2 weeks. For milk-based sweetmeats like burfee or soji, refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 7 to 10 days.

Can I substitute butter with margarine or oil?

Pure butter or ghee provides the authentic rich aroma and texture characteristic of traditional Indian sweetmeats and bakes. Margarine can be used in a pinch, but butter delivers superior flavor.

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