Easy Jam Sponge Food

SIMPLE JAM SPONGE PUDDING

Steps:

• Grease the inside of four 175ml (6fl oz) pudding basins with butter. Put 1tbsp of jam in the bottom of each and put to one side. Preheat the oven to 200°C (180°C fan) mark 6.
• Whisk together the butter and orange zest with a small electric whisk until smooth. Whisk in the caster sugar until thoroughly combined - about 10min - then gradually whisk in the egg. Fold in flour, then sufficient orange juice to give a soft dropping consistency. Spoon on top of the jam and smooth the surfaces.
• Butter four discs of foil, measuring about 12.5cm (5in) across, and cover the puddings with them, folding under the rim to secure. Put the basins in a large roasting tin. Pour in enough boiling water to come at least halfway up their sides. Cook for 45min or until the puddings are risen, cooked to the centre and golden brown on top. Lift out of the roasting tin, unmould when ready and serve with pouring cream or custard.

THREE MINUTE JAM SPONGE

Steps:

• Grease the sides and base of an appropriate size dish (allow for mixture to rise 1 1/2 inches when cooked)with a little margarine.
• Spread your jam on the bottom of your dish.
• Mix together all other ingredients and pour into the dish on top of the jam.
• Heat on full power in an 800 watt microwave for three minutes.
• Remove from microwave (remember its hot) and place a plate large enough to cover on top and turn over.
• Lift your dish (the sponge should just slip out and jam should run down the sides).
• Serve immediately--custard is my favorite!