Microwave Treacle Sponge Recipe
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About the bake: Our Microwave Treacle Sponge Recipe
Craving a sweet treat but short on time? Say hello to our much loved microwave treacle sponge! In just under 20 minutes, you can indulge in a fluffy, rich dessert. This quick and simple 20 minute Microwavable Treacle Sponge is one of the most popular recipes on our website. Maybe because it takes only 20 minutes to make, it uses only 6 ingredients and its absolutely delicious served with custard or ice cream.
No need for elaborate baking skills or lengthy preparations — just grab your pudding basin, mix, and watch your sweet creation rise to fluffy perfection. Your treacle sponge will be as delightful to eat as it is quick to make! Thanks to one of our community bakers Richard Gowthorpe, for this recipe.
Why Bake Our Microwave Treacle Sponge Recipe?
⭐5 Minutes of cooking time
⭐Only 6 ingredients
⭐ A 5* rated recipe by our baking community
Ingredients
- 2Egg(s) (free range)
- 125gAllinson's Self Raising Flour
- 125gBillington's Unrefined Golden Caster Sugar
- 125gUnsalted Butter (softened)
- 2 tbspMilk
- 5 tbspSilver Spoon Golden Syrup
Method
Step 1
Mix together the eggs, (sifted) flour, sugar, butter and milk until light and creamy in texture.
Tip: The sponge batter should have a slow dropping consistency when you drop it from a spoon. If it is too thick, try stirring in 1 tbsp of warm water.
Step 2
Grease a large pudding basin or microwavable bowl (1 litre) or four individual size pudding basins. Pour golden syrup into the bottom of the pudding basin(s).
Step 3
Pour the cake mix on top. Cover with cling and pierce a few times. Microwave for 5 minutes (900W Microwave).
Step 4
Leave for 5 minutes before serving with custard.