Esther’s Favourite Comfort Food: Jam & Coconut Sponge
At Constantia Healthcare Group, we know that mealtimes are about more than just food — they’re about memories, connection, and comfort. That’s why our Winter Warmers Campaign celebrates the homely dishes our chefs love most, the ones that spark nostalgia and bring smiles all around.
This week, we’re visiting Queens Lodge, where Chef Esther, who’s been part of the team for an incredible 10 years, shares her favourite sweet treat — a traditional Jam and Coconut Sponge.
Esther’s Favourite Comfort Food: Jam & Coconut Sponge
A British classic that never fails to please, Esther’s Jam and Coconut Sponge is simple, sweet, and perfect with a cup of tea on a winter afternoon.
Ingredients
- 8 oz self-raising flour
- 8 oz caster sugar
- 8 oz margarine
- 4 eggs (room temperature)
- A splash of milk
- Jam (for topping)
- Desiccated coconut (for sprinkling)
Method
- Preheat the oven to 180°C and grease a cake tin.
- Make the sponge: Cream margarine and sugar, then add eggs one at a time. Mix in flour and a splash of milk until smooth.
- Bake: Pour into the tin and bake for around 40 minutes, until golden and springy.
- Finish: Once cooled slightly, spread with jam and sprinkle with coconut.
Simple but oh so nice, just the kind of comfort we all crave this time of year. 🍰
