A Lemon and Lime Sponge has to be one of my favourite cakes. Soft, fresh so refreshing and so easy to bake. The flavours of the Lemon and Lime consume so well to give the sponge a lovely flavour and soft fruity aroma.
Lemon and Lime Sponge
It will sound very strange but try this cake with a little bit of peanut butter!!!!
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Calories: 225kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup sugar 250 ml
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 60 ml
- 1/4 tsp Salt 1 ml
- 2 tbsp lemon juice 30 ml
- 2 tbsp lime juice 30 ml
- 2 tsp lemon zest 10 ml, grated
- 1 tsp lime zest 5 ml, grated
- 3 large eggs separated, free range
- 1 cup milk 250 ml
- 1 tbsp butter 15 ml, melted
Instructions
- Combine the sugar, flour, and salt in a mixing bowl and stir in the juices, zest, egg yolks, milk, and butter.
- In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form.
- Fold into the lemon mixture and pour into a greased 6-cup (1.5 L) bowl or soufflé dish.
- Place in the slow cooker and add enough water to come 1 inch (3 cm) up the side of the bowl.
- Cover and cook on high heat for 2 to 3 hours, until the top is light and fluffy and set.
- Serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition
Calories: 225kcal | Carbohydrates: 49g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 9mg | Sodium: 113mg | Potassium: 86mg | Fiber: 0.4g | Sugar: 42g
