Baking · British

Victoria Sponge Cake

The classic British sponge cake with jam and cream.

Prep25 min
Cook25 min
Total50 min
Serves10

Ingredients

Serves10

Metric and US measurements are approximate conversions; ingredient densities vary. Double-check temperatures and cooking times when changing portions.

Method

1

Heat oven to 180°C (160°C fan). Grease and line two 20 cm round cake tins.

2

Cream butter and caster sugar until fluffy. Beat in eggs gradually.

3

Fold in flour and baking powder, then divide between tins.

4

Bake 22–27 minutes until risen and a skewer comes out clean. Cool fully.

5

Spread jam over one sponge, top with whipped cream and sandwich the other on top. Dust with icing sugar.

Food safety: ensure poultry is fully cooked, handle raw meat separately, and check packaging for allergens. Times are estimates and ovens vary.