Delicious Sponge Cake Sandwiched with Vanilla Pudding

Imagine biting into a soft, pillowy sponge cake that melts in your mouth, layered with silky, creamy vanilla pudding, simple, comforting, and absolutely irresistible. This isn’t just a cake; it’s a little moment of joy you can create right in your kitchen.”

Welcome to my kitchen! Today, I’m sharing a dessert that’s both elegant and easy. This delicious sponge cake is sandwiched with vanilla pudding. Even if you’re new to baking, this recipe is fun and utterly satisfying. From the airy sponge to the luscious pudding, each bite feels like a warm hug. I promise, once you try it, this will become a go-to for celebrations, tea times, or just when you want to treat yourself.

Table of Contents

Ingredients:

(for one baking tray, approx. 30 × 40 cm / 12 × 16 in)

For the sponge cake:

4 medium eggs
1 pinch of salt
100 g sugar (½ cup)
1 tsp vanilla extract
80 g self-rising flour

For the cream:

• 400 ml milk (1⅔ cups)
• 1 tsp vanilla essence
• 3 egg yolks
• 65 g sugar (⅓ cup)
• 30 g cornstarch (3 tbsp)
• 40–50 g butter, soft and at room temperature (3–4 tbsp)

Method:

Preheat the oven to 120°C. Line a baking tray (30 × 40 cm / 12 × 16 in) with parchment paper or use spray and cook.
Add eggs and salt to a bowl and beat for 1 minute. Gradually add the sugar and vanilla essence, and continue beating for 5 minutes until pale and airy.
Mix flour, cornstarch, and baking powder. Sift over the egg mixture and gently fold in until smooth and fluffy.
Spread the batter onto the tray and bake for 10–12 minutes until golden. Let cool slightly, then cut the sponge lengthwise into two equal layers.

Heat 300 ml (1¼ cups) milk with vanilla. In a bowl, whisk yolks, sugar, cornstarch, and the remaining 100 ml milk, and whisk well. Slowly add the mixture to the hot milk, stirring continuously. Cook on low until thick. Cover with plastic wrap directly on the surface and let cool completely.
Now add the soft butter, combine until creamy, then add the cooled pudding spoonful by spoonful until smooth. Fill into a piping bag. Pipe the cream onto the first sponge layer, place the second layer on top, and press lightly. Add a layer of the cream on the top and sprinkle some desiccated coconut. Chill for at least 1 hour. Cut into squares before serving. Enjoy these decadent slices!

Note: I doubled my recipe.

Slice, serve, and enjoy every bite!

Take a moment to admire your creation—the soft, golden sponge layered with silky vanilla pudding, made with care and love. Slice gently, serve generously, and let each bite tell its own story. From the light, airy crumb to the creamy sweetness in the center, this is a dessert meant to be savored slowly. Share it with family, enjoy it over tea, or keep a quiet slice just for yourself. Every mouthful is comfort, joy, and a reminder that the simplest treats often bring the greatest pleasure.