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How to Make Victoria Sandwiches - The Victorian Way

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How to Make Victoria Sandwiches - The Victorian Way

2,884,418 views November 14, 2016 4:22

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In brief

You’ll bake an authentic Victorian-style Victoria sponge cake, layered with jam, using a simple but precise method. This recipe suits those who enjoy historical baking or classic tea-time treats.

Questions & answers

Can I substitute orange flower water?

The recipe specifies it as part of the authentic method.

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Mrs Crocombe, the Victorian cook, has decided to bake Victoria Sandwiches for Lord and Lady Braybrooke in the kitchens of Audley End.

Follow her authentic Victorian recipe and try making this classic cake at home:

INGREDIENTS
675g Sugar
6 Eggs
450g Flour
2 tsp Orange Flower Water
1 tsb Baking Powder
90g Almonds

METHOD
Preheat your oven to 180 degrees. First, whisk your eggs until they are frothy. Add the sugar and mix together gently. Now sift in the flour. Next add your almonds. Add the baking powder and orange flower water and mix well. Line your baking tin with butter and the dust it with sugar. Pour in your mix and bake in the oven for around 25 minutes until the sponge is pale and golden. Once cooled, cut the cake into manageable pieces and spread with jam to serve.

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English Heritage published this 4:22 video tutorial on November 14, 2016. It has been watched 2,884,418 times on YouTube.

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