Air fryer Victoria Sponge

Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 20-25 minutes
Serves: 8-10

Ingredients:

For the Sponge:

• 1 cup (225g) unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup (225g) granulated sugar
• 4 large eggs
• 2 cups (225g) self-raising flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Filling:

• 1/2 cup (120g) strawberry or raspberry jam
• 1 cup (240ml) whipped cream

For Dusting:

• Confectioners’ sugar (optional)

Instructions:

1. Preheat Air Fryer (Low Intensity):
   • Preheat your air fryer to 320°F (160°C).
2. Prepare Cake Batter (Medium Intensity):
   • In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
   • Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
   • Sift in the self-raising flour and baking powder. Fold gently until just combined.
   • Stir in the vanilla extract.
3. Grease and Line (Low Intensity):
   • Grease and line the base of two 7-inch round cake pans with parchment paper.
4. Divide Batter (Low Intensity):
   • Divide the cake batter equally between the two prepared pans and smooth the tops.
5. Air Fry (Medium-High Intensity):
   • Place one cake pan in the air fryer basket. Air fry at 320°F (160°C) for 20-25 minutes or until the top is golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
   • Repeat with the second cake.
6. Cool (Low Intensity):
   • Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
7. Assemble (Low Intensity):
   • Once cooled, spread jam over the top of one cake layer.
   • Whip the cream until stiff peaks form and spread it over the jam.
   • Place the second cake layer on top.
8. Dust with Sugar (Low Intensity):
   • Dust the top of the cake with confectioners’ sugar if desired.
9. Serve (Low Intensity):
   • Slice and serve your delicious Air Fryer Victoria Sponge Cake.
10. Enjoy your Air Fryer Victoria Sponge Cake! (Low Intensity):

Note: Adjust the cooking time based on your air fryer model. You can also customize the filling with fresh fruit or different flavors of jam. This classic Victoria Sponge Cake is perfect for tea time or any special occasion.