Description
Ginger Treacle Sponge with Orange Cream Sauce is a delightful dessert that combines rich flavors and a soft, fluffy texture. This traditional British pudding features a moist sponge cake infused with ginger and sweet treacle, complemented by a zesty orange cream sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 200g (1 ⅓ cups) all-purpose flour
- 1½ tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp salt
- 100g (½ cup) unsalted butter, softened
- 100g (½ cup) dark brown sugar
- 2 tbsp black treacle (or molasses)
- 2 tbsp golden syrup (or honey)
- 2 large eggs
- 150ml (⅔ cup) milk
- 200ml (¾ cup + 1 tbsp) heavy cream
- 50g (¼ cup) granulated sugar
- Zest of 1 orange
- 60ml (¼ cup) freshly squeezed orange juice
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the sponge mixture by whisking together the dry ingredients in a large bowl.
- Cream the softened butter and dark brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the black treacle and golden syrup, mixing until smooth.
- Incorporate the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Gradually fold in the dry ingredients with the milk, alternating between them.
- Preheat the oven to 175°C (350°F) and grease your baking dish.
- Pour the batter into the dish and smooth the top.
- Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
- While the sponge bakes, prepare the orange cream sauce by combining the ingredients in a saucepan and simmering until thickened.
- Once the sponge is baked, cut it into squares and drizzle the warm orange cream sauce over the top before serving.
Notes
- Be careful not to overmix the batter to maintain a light texture.
- Accurate measurements are crucial for baking success.
- Check your oven temperature to avoid overbaking.
- Allow the sponge to cool slightly before serving for better flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Ginger Treacle Sponge, Orange Cream Sauce, British Dessert, Pudding