Whip up a cozy dessert in no time with this irresistible 10-Minute Sponge Pudding recipe! Perfect for when a sweet craving strikes, this microwave-friendly treat delivers all the comfort of a classic sponge pudding with minimal effort. Made with simple pantry staples like self-raising flour, caster sugar, and a touch of vanilla extract, this light and fluffy sponge is topped with a luscious layer of jam or syrup for a burst of flavor. Ready in just 5 minutes of prep and 5 minutes of cooking, this quick dessert is ideal for busy weeknights or impromptu indulgences. Serve it warm with custard, cream, or ice cream for a decadent, soul-soothing experience. Whether youβre a seasoned baker or a kitchen novice, this easy sponge pudding is bound to become your go-to comfort dessert!
In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the unsalted butter for about 15-20 seconds until just softened but not fully liquid.
Add the caster sugar to the melted butter and mix well with a fork or whisk until creamy.
Crack in the egg and whisk until the mixture is smooth and fully incorporated.
Sift in the self-raising flour and gently fold it into the mixture. Add the milk and vanilla extract, stirring until you have a smooth batter.
Grease a microwave-safe pudding bowl or large mug lightly with butter or oil. Add the jam or syrup to the bottom of the bowl.
Pour the sponge batter on top of the jam or syrup, smoothing the surface with a spoon.
Place the bowl or mug in the microwave and cook on high power (800-1000 watts) for 3-4 minutes. Check after 3 minutesβif the sponge springs back when touched, it is ready. If not, cook for an additional 30 seconds to 1 minute.
Allow the sponge to cool for 1 minute before turning it out onto a plate or serving it directly from the bowl.
Serve warm with custard, cream, or ice cream for the ultimate comfort dessert.
Calories |
937 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 51.6 g | 66% | |
| Saturated Fat | 27.3 g | 136% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 332 mg | 111% | |
| Sodium | 530 mg | 23% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 110.6 g | 40% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.7 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 66.2 g | ||
| Protein | 12.3 g | 25% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.5 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 66 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 178 mg | 4% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.