Description
A cozy and indulgent dessert, Slow Cooker Golden Syrup Sponge is a moist sponge cake steamed gently over a rich layer of golden syrup. This traditional treat features a buttery, fluffy cake with a sticky-sweet caramel topping, all made easily using a slow cooker for a fuss-free comforting dessert.
Ingredients
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For the Sponge
- 1/2 cup (125g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup (125g) self-raising flour
- 1/4 cup (60ml) milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Syrup
- 1/3 cup (100g) golden syrup, plus extra for drizzling
Instructions
- Prepare the basin: Grease a pudding basin or heatproof bowl that fits your slow cooker to ensure the sponge doesn’t stick and can be easily removed later.
- Add golden syrup: Pour the golden syrup into the bottom of the prepared basin, creating a sticky caramel base for the sponge to sit on during cooking.
- Cream butter and sugar: In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until the mixture is light in color and fluffy in texture, which helps incorporate air for a lighter sponge.
- Incorporate eggs and vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time to maintain a smooth batter. Then stir in the vanilla extract for flavor.
- Combine flour and milk: Fold the self-raising flour into the batter alternately with the milk, mixing gently after each addition until you have a smooth, lump-free batter ready for cooking.
- Fill the basin: Spoon the prepared batter gently over the golden syrup in the basin, spreading evenly without disturbing the syrup layer below.
- Cover the basin: Seal the basin with foil or a lid to trap the steam and moisture during slow cooking.
- Set up the slow cooker: Place the covered basin into the slow cooker and carefully pour boiling water around it until it reaches halfway up the sides of the basin to create a water bath.
- Cook the sponge: Cover the slow cooker and cook on the high setting for 2.5 to 3 hours, until the sponge is set firm and springs back when lightly pressed.
- Serve warm: Carefully lift the basin out, remove the foil, invert the sponge onto a serving plate so the golden syrup runs over the cake, then drizzle with extra golden syrup if desired and enjoy immediately.
Notes
- Make sure the basin fits comfortably inside your slow cooker before starting.
- Use boiling water for the water bath to maintain consistent cooking temperature.
- Do not remove the lid during cooking to avoid losing steam and affecting the texture.
- Serve the sponge warm for the best experience, with a drizzle of extra golden syrup.
- This dessert can be reheated gently if needed but is best enjoyed fresh.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: British
