Jam Sponge Pudding

A classic nursery favorite sponge pudding with jam, quickly prepared in a microwave and served with extra jam and custard.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 334.1 kcals 5345.5 kcals
Carbohydrates 35.1 grams 562.1 grams
Fat 19.7 grams 315.4 grams
Protein 4.6 grams 72.8 grams
Cook Time
5 mins
Produces
16 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

BakingIngredients
CondimentsSauces
100
g
Jam
strawberry or raspberry
85
g
Jam
strawberry or raspberry, for serving
Dairy
350
g
Butter
softened, plus extra for greasing
6
piece
Eggs
free-range, lightly beaten
1
splash
Milk
if mixture is too thick

Steps

  • Butter the inside of two 1.2 litre pudding basins.
  • Spoon 100g of jam into the base of the basins.
  • Beat the butter, golden syrup, and sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Mix in the eggs and flour gradually until a dropping consistency is reached.
  • Add a splash of milk if the batter is too thick.
  • Spoon the mixture into the basins until three quarters full and smooth the surface.
  • Cover loosely with cling film and microwave for five minutes.
  • Check that a skewer inserted into the centre comes out clean.
  • Let the pudding stand for five minutes before inverting onto a plate.
  • Top with extra jam and serve with custard.