How to Make a Classic Victoria Sponge Cake with Fresh Berries and Edible Silver Leaf

Slofoodgroup Team julio 11, 2025

How to Make Victoria Sponge Cake with Raspberry Jam and Fresh Berries

There’s nothing quite as timeless or as charming as a Victoria Sponge Cake. Light, buttery layers sandwiched with a sweet vanilla filling and a hint of raspberry? Yes, please. Whether you're throwing a garden party, celebrating a special occasion, or simply indulging in a well-deserved treat, this cake is as elegant as it is delicious.

In this post, we'll walk you through the step-by-step process of creating this classic British dessert, complete with a video tutorial so you can bake along with me!

Preparation Time: 40 minutes

Baking Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 1 hour

Ingredients:

For the sponge cake:

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
⅛ teaspoon salt
¾ cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
1 cup granulated sugar
4 large eggs, at room temperature
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

For the filling:

½ cup butter
1 ½ cups confectioners' sugar
½ teaspoon vanilla
⅓ cup raspberry spread
1 cup mixed fresh berries for topping
Edible silver leaf - optional, for decor (edible gold or platinum would also look great)
Fresh mint leaves -optional, for garnish

Procedure

Preheat your oven to 350°F. Grease two 6-inch round cake pans and line them with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
In a separate bowl, beat the butter and sugar for 3–5 minutes until light and fluffy.
Mix in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
Divide the batter between the pans and bake for 18–20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let cool.
Beat together the butter and confectioners’ sugar until smooth. Add vanilla and mix until creamy.
Place one cake layer on a serving plate, spread with ¾ of the filling, then layer on the raspberry spread. Add the second cake layer on top.
Use the remaining filling to frost the top. Decorate with berries, edible silver leaf, and mint.

Want to see this recipe come together? Check out the video here.

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