40+ of the best sponge cake recipes (2024)

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When it comes to tea-time, a sponge cake recipe is the best way to go! Sponge cakes are simple to master - it just takes a little practice, if you're new to baking.

It's important to make sure you beat the butter and sugar together until pale, as this will give the sponge it's light and airy texture. For this, you'll want your butter at room temperature (and not straight from the fridge).

Eggs also need to be at room temperature and will need to be added to the butter and sugar mixture, gradually, rather than all at once, to avoid curdling. Curdling is where the batter separates, when it should be smooth. However, even curdled batter will make a cake that friends and family will still enjoy.

When it comes to sponge cake recipes, we've got it covered including a classic Victoria sponge recipe, (with a twist of course!). Plus a Victoria sponge traybake - which is far easier to slice for guests.

You can go for a real showstopper, like our chocolate fudge cake or keep it simple with an easy chocolate traybake.

Then there are the classics such as coffee and walnut or a lemon drizzle. The choice is endless. happy baking.

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Victoria sponge traybake

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Victoria sponge is a true classic and our version of the royal recipe turns the cake into a convenient traybake which makes it easier to cut up for guests.

Recipe: Victoria sponge traybake

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Marbled Victoria sandwich

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Take a twist on the classic Victoria sponge cake with a marbled effect using dollops of raspberry jam.

Recipe: Marbled Victoria sandwich recipe

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Gingerbread latte loaf cake

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Autumnal flavours take centre stage in this squidgy gingerbread bake.

Recipe: Gingerbread latte loaf cake

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Hot chocolate fudge cake

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Decadent and chocolatey, this hot chocolate fudge cake has a boozy twist with an Irish cream drizzle.

Recipe: Hot chocolate fudge cake

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Pumpkin spice latte loaf cake

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Your favourite autumn drink reimagined into a tasty cake - this pumpkin spice latte loaf cake is sure to hit the spot.

Recipe: Pumpkin spice latte loaf cake

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Strawberry and Prosecco celebration cake

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This spectacular centrepiece is easier to make than you might think. Decorate the cake as you like – we added white chocolate shards, strawberries and Strawberry Meringue Kisses.

Recipe: Strawberry and Prosecco cake

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Best-ever carrot cake

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When it comes to an afternoon tea treat, our carrot cake recipe is the perfect thing to fit the bill. Try our recipe for your best-ever slice.

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Chocolate fudge cake

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Our easiest-ever fudge cake is made all in one pan.

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Coffee and walnut cake

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This Coffee and walnut cake relies on a strong espresso, so brew up your favourite blend.

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Homemade Hot Chocolate Mix Recipe

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Lemon and poppy seed cake

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Made with yogurt, this failsafe Lemon and poppyseed bake is easy to master and a true classic.

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Apple crumb cake

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Densely fruity with an irresistible crumb, this is wonderful apple crumble-style cake is great served with ice cream.

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Red velvet cake recipe

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Equip yourself with our Red velvet cake recipe and get set to impress your friends with the ultimate tea-time treat.

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Sticky toffee cake

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This soft and moreish Sticky toffee cake is sure to become a firm tea-time favourite.

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Lemon and poppy seed buttermilk cake

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A true afternoon-tea classic – buttermilk gives this cake extra body and moisture.

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Coconut cake

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This delicious coconut cake is both gluten and dairy-free.

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Seaside cake

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The sour cream in this recipe helps keep the cake tender and the icing not overly sweet. If you like, use lemon curd instead of raspberry jam in the filling.

Recipe: Seaside cake

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Victoria sponge

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Fluffy, light and befitting a Royal buffet – the Victoria sponge is one of Britain’s best-loved cakes

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Chocolate courgette cake

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Not just a gimmick, the courgette adds great moisture and texture to this scrumptious cake.


Recipe: Chocolate courgette cake

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Vegan chocolate cake

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A rich and moist vegan chocolate cake recipe layered with an avocado frosting. Add more or less maple syrup depending on the ripeness of the avocados and bananas.

Recipe: Vegan chocolate cake

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