My Favourite Sponge Topping for Fruit
Transform your favorite fruit into a crowd-pleasing dessert with this soft and buttery sponge topping! "My Favourite Sponge Topping for Fruit" is a versatile and easy-to-make recipe that pairs perfectly with baked or cooked fruit of your choice—think juicy peaches, tart rhubarb, or sweet apples. This golden, fluffy sponge comes together in just 15 minutes of prep, thanks to pantry staples like all-purpose flour, caster sugar, and vanilla extract. With its delicate sweetness and light texture, this topping bakes to perfection in just 25 minutes, creating a comforting dessert that’s perfect for any occasion. Serve it warm with a dollop of whipped cream, velvety custard, or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a truly irresistible treat. Whether you're hosting dinner or simply craving something sweet, this sponge topping elevates any fruit base with its classic, homemade charm!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 120 grams all-purpose flour
- 100 grams caster sugar
- 85 grams unsalted butter
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons whole milk
- 1 pinch pinch of salt
- 500 grams baked or cooked fruit of choice
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Lightly grease a baking dish or pie dish and arrange the baked or cooked fruit evenly across the bottom.
In a mixing bowl, cream the butter and caster sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes using a handheld or stand mixer on medium speed.
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and a pinch of salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk. Start and end with the dry ingredients, mixing gently after each addition until just combined. Do not overmix.
Spread the batter evenly over the fruit in the baking dish, smoothing it out with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the sponge topping is golden brown and springs back when lightly pressed in the center.
Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. Serve warm with cream, custard, or ice cream for an extra treat.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1885 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 85.3 g | 109% | |
| Saturated Fat | 46.5 g | 233% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 564 mg | 188% | |
| Sodium | 762 mg | 33% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 266.4 g | 97% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.3 g | 48% | |
| Total Sugars | 157.6 g | ||
| Protein | 27.8 g | 56% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.4 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 155 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 7.9 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 829 mg | 18% | |
*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.
