Best Victoria Sponge Cake

Ingredients and Weight:

1. Plain flour: 350g (12 oz)
2. Unsalted butter: 200g (7 oz)
3. Castor sugar: 300g (10.5 oz)
4. Eggs: 4 large
5. Baking powder: 1 tsp
6. Vanilla extract: 1 tsp
7. Milk: 100ml (3.4 fl oz)

Preparation Time:

• Preparation Time: 30 minutes
• Cooking Time: 35-40 minutes

Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
2. Cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add eggs one by one, beating well after each addition.
4. Sift flour and baking powder together and add to the butter-sugar-egg mixture, alternating with milk.
5. Add vanilla extract and mix well.
6. Pour the mixture into two 8-inch round cake pans, lined with baking paper.
7. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Allow the cakes to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Once cooled, fill and frost the cake as desired.

Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming the cake is cut into 8 pieces)

• Calories: 520
• Fat: 24g
• Carbohydrates: 76g
• Protein: 7g

Dish Characteristics:

• Light and airy texture.
• Sweet and vanilla-flavored taste.
• Ideal for a special celebration or as a treat for family and friends.

User Comments:

1. "This Victoria Sponge Cake is really delicious! The texture is so light and airy, and the vanilla flavor is just perfect."
2. "I love how easy it is to make this cake. It's a great choice for a weekend baking session with my kids."
3. "This cake is a real hit at my house! Everyone loves the sweet and vanilla flavors."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Ensure that the butter and eggs are at room temperature before starting the recipe to ensure a smooth and creamy mixture.
• Sift the flour and baking powder together to ensure an even distribution of the baking powder throughout the mixture.
• Use a toothpick to check if the cake is done baking; if it comes out clean, the cake is ready.
• Allow the cake to cool completely before frosting or filling to ensure a smooth finish.