Microwave Jam Sponge Pudding
A light, buttery sponge with a pool of raspberry jam underneath, steamed in the microwave in minutes.
- Time15 min
- LevelEasy
- Costabout £0.35 a head
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Butter a 1 litre microwave-safe pudding basin and spoon the jam into the bottom.
- 2
Beat the butter and sugar together until pale and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
- 3
Beat in the eggs a little at a time, adding a spoonful of flour if it starts to curdle.
- 4
Fold in the flour, vanilla and milk to make a soft dropping consistency.
- 5
Spoon the mixture on top of the jam and level it. Cover loosely with a plate or microwave lid.
- 6
Microwave on full power for 4 minutes, until risen and just firm on top. Rest for 2 minutes.
4 min - 7
Run a knife round the edge, turn out onto a plate and serve hot with custard.
Double check before you cook. Recipes can contain mistakes. Any diet labels come from the ingredients as written in this recipe and are a guide, not a guarantee. Always check every ingredient and the packet label for allergens and cross contamination, and ask your doctor or dietitian what is right for you, especially with coeliac disease, diabetes or a serious allergy. This is not medical advice.