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English Victoria Sponge with Jam and Cream

Name: English Victoria Sponge with Jam and Cream
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: British
Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 1/2 cups sugar; 1 tsp baking powder; 1/2 tsp salt; 1 cup milk; 1/2 cup butter, softened; 2 eggs; 1/2 cup jam; 1 cup whipped cream

A classic British layered sponge cake filled with jam and whipped cream, perfect for tea time or special occasions.

50 minutes8 servings

Method

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
Stir in milk, butter, and eggs until smooth. Divide the batter between two 8-inch round pans.
Bake for 20-25 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely.
Spread jam on one layer, top with the second layer, and frost with whipped cream.

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