Microwave Sponge Pudding

Name: Microwave Sponge Pudding
Ingredients: 9 tablespoons butter; 4 tablespoons golden syrup (or light corn syrup if not available); 6 tablespoons superfine sugar; 2 eggs; 1 cup self raising flour; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 2 tablespoons warm water; custard, to serve

8 ingredients

5 steps

Ingredients

9 tablespoons butter
4 tablespoons golden syrup (or light corn syrup if not available)
6 tablespoons superfine sugar
2 eggs
1 cup self raising flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
2 tablespoons warm water
custard, to serve

Directions

1

Grease 1.5 litre heatproof bowl with a small amount of butter. Spoon the syrup into the basin.
2

Cream the remaining butter with the sugar until light and fluffy. Gradually add the eggs, beating well between each addition.
3

Sift the flour and baking powder together, then fold into the creamed mixture using a large metal spoon. Add enough warm water to give a soft, dropping consistency. spoon into the bowl and level.
4

Cover with microwave-safe plastic wrap, leaving a small gap to allow air to escape. Microwave on high power for 4 minutes, then remove and let stand for 5 minutes, while it continues to cook.
5

Turn the sponge out on to a warm serving plate. Serve with custard.