Jam Roly-Poly 🍓🍰
This classic British dessert is a delightful treat for any occasion. It's a simple rolled-up sponge cake filled with jam and steamed to perfection. Get ready for a taste of teatime tradition!
Ingredients:
🌾 Plain flour: 150g
🧈 Softened butter: 50g
🧁 Caster sugar: 75g
🥚 Large eggs: 2
🥄 Baking powder: 1 tsp
🥛 Milk: 50ml
🍓 Seedless jam: 2 tbsp (apricot or raspberry)
Method:
♨️ Preheat your oven to 180°C (160°C fan/Gas Mark 4).
🍽️ Grease and line a rectangular baking tin (approximately 20cm x 30cm) with baking parchment.
👐 In a large bowl, rub the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs.
🧂 Add the caster sugar, baking powder, and a pinch of salt. Stir to combine.
🥚🥛 In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk.
🥣 Gradually pour the egg and milk mixture into the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
🍰 Pour the batter into the prepared tin and spread it out evenly.
⏰ Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until golden brown and a skewer inserted into the centre comes out clean.
⏳ Remove the sponge cake from the oven and leave it to cool slightly in the tin.
🍓 Spread the jam evenly over the cooled sponge cake.
🌀 Starting from one of the long sides, carefully roll up the sponge cake into a tight log.
🧺 Place the rolled-up sponge cake seam-side down in a lightly greased and lined steamer.
♨️ Steam for 15-20 minutes, or until cooked through.
🍨 Remove the Jam Roly-Poly from the steamer and leave it to cool slightly before serving. Cut into slices and enjoy with custard, cream, or ice cream.
Serving Information:
⏱️ Prep Time: 20 minutes
⏰ Cooking Time: 35-45 minutes
⏳ Total Time: 55-65 minutes
🍽️ Servings: 6-8
🔥 Calories: Approximately 250 per serving