Ingredients
- 225g Butter (Room temperature)
- 225g Caster Sugar (Fine texture)
- 225g Self-raising Flour (Sifted)
- 4 large Eggs (Room temperature)
- 300ml Heavy Cream (Chilled)
- 3–4 Fresh Peaches (Sliced thinly)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 180°C and grease two round cake tins to start your Peaches and Cream Victoria Sandwich Recipe.
- Cream the softened butter and sugar until the mixture appears pale and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, incorporating a little flour after each addition to stabilize this Peaches and Cream Victoria Sandwich Recipe.
- Fold the remaining flour into the batter gently using a metal spoon to retain maximum air for the sponge.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared tins and bake until golden brown for this Peaches and Cream Victoria Sandwich Recipe.
- Cool the cakes completely on a wire rack before you attempt to assemble your Peaches and Cream Victoria Sandwich Recipe.
- Whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form, keeping it chilled for the best results in this Peaches and Cream Victoria Sandwich Recipe.
- Spread a layer of whipped cream over the bottom sponge and arrange the sliced peaches on top.
- Place the second cake layer on top of the cream and peaches to finish your Peaches and Cream Victoria Sandwich Recipe.
- Dust the final creation with a light coating of confectioners sugar to complete the look.
Notes
Ensure the oven is fully preheated, as this is crucial for the rise of a proper Peaches and Cream Victoria Sandwich Recipe. Use room temperature ingredients to create a smooth, emulsified batter for your Peaches and Cream Victoria Sandwich Recipe. Stabilize the whipped cream with a small amount of powdered sugar to ensure the layers hold their shape. Pat the peach slices dry with a paper towel before placing them on the cream layer to prevent the sponge from becoming soggy. Wait until the very last moment to assemble the finished dessert so the fruit remains fresh and the sponge holds its delicate, airy texture.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: British
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
