This 10 minute wonder of a pudding is a perennial favourite that I've been making since I was small. And I continue to make Microwave Syrup Sponge Pudding because what's not to love about a steamed sponge dupe that's soft, sweet and begging to be eaten?
Grease a microwaveable bowl and measure in 150g Golden Syrup.
Measure 120g Margarine, 120g Caster Sugar and 120g Self-Raising Flour into a medium sized mixing bowl (or stand mixer bowl).
Crack in 2 Eggs and add 1 tbsp Lemon Juice.
Use an electric hand whisk or stand mixer to beat the ingredients together until fully combined.Note - Do not continue mixing past this stage as you could make the sponge tough.Note – Use a spatula to scrape the sides of the bowl to make sure everything is properly mixed in.
Give the syrup a little swirl around the bowl so it sits up the sides a little.
Transfer the sponge batter into the microwaveable bowl on top of the syrup layer. Roughly smooth out the top.
Microwave on full power for 5 minutes if using a glass/pyrex bowl and 4 minutes if using a plastic bowl.
Once cooked the sponge may look a tiny bit wet on the top but don’t be fooled, the sponge will be fully cooked.
Use a plastic knife or spatula to loosen the edges of the sponge from the side of the bowl.
Carefully turn the sponge out onto a serving plate or you can simply use a large spoon to serve straight from the bowl.Note – Be very careful as the syrup will be piping hot.