Simple Cream Sponge Cake with Fruit

A relative of the Victoria Sponge. A denser, butter-rich sponge holds its shape under heavy cream and fruit. Fresh berries cut through the richness.
🕒 Prep Time 20 mins
🍳 Cook Time 35 mins
Total Time 1 hr 30 mins
🍽️ Servings 8 servings
🔥 Calories 395 kcal
🌍 Cuisine Hungarian

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Cake pan
  • Mixer
  • Knife

Allergen Information

⚠️ Wheat
⚠️ Milk
⚠️ Egg

Instructions

1

Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Line pan bottom, grease sides.

Tip: Ensures easy release.
2

Cream butter and sugar, add eggs.

Tip: Creates lightness.
3

Add flour (mixed with baking powder) and milk alternately.

Tip: Mix until just combined.
4

Bake 30-35 mins. Cool on rack.

Tip: Prevents soggy bottom.
5

Whip cream with sugar. Split cake, fill with cream and berries.

Tip: Dry fruit prevents bleeding.

Recipe FAQ

Why did the cream collapse?
Cream wasn't cold enough or was overwhipped into butter.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1/2 cup Softened Butter
  • 4 large Eggs
  • 2 1/2 tsp Baking Powder
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • 1/2 cup Milk
  • 1 3/4 cups Heavy Cream (cold)
  • 1/4 cup Confectioners' Sugar
  • 1 cup Fresh Berries