Syrup Sponge in the Microwave

A light, fluffy steamed pudding prepared in a food processor and cooked quickly in the microwave. Serve with syrup.

Cook Time

4 mins

Produces

4 people

Allergies

Vegetarian

Vegan

Dairy Free

Gluten Free

Ingredients

BakingIngredients

125
g

Caster Sugar

1
tsp

Baking Powder

4
tbsp

Golden Syrup

Or jam, to serve

Dairy

125
g

Butter

Melted, plus extra for greasing

2
piece

Eggs

15
ml

Milk

To reach dropping consistency

1
unit

Custard

Optional, to serve

Fruits

2
piece

Lemon

Zest and juice

GrainsCereals

150
g

Plain Flour

Steps

Grease a 1.2 litre microwave-safe bowl with butter.
Sieve the flour and baking powder together.
Mix butter, sugar, eggs, flour, and baking powder in a food processor to form a paste.
Combine lemon juice, zest, and milk until the mixture reaches a dropping consistency.
Transfer the mixture to the bowl, cover with cling film, and microwave on full power for four minutes.
Rest for 3 minutes before serving with golden syrup and custard.