Go Back
Old-Fashioned Pink Jelly Cakes

Delightful Old-Fashioned Pink Jelly Cakes for Sweet Nostalgia

Delightful Old-Fashioned Pink Jelly Cakes are a sweet nostalgia with fluffy vanilla sponge, luscious strawberry jelly, and creamy whipped goodness.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 12 cakes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Australian
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Vanilla Sponge
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour sifted before measuring
  • 1 cup granulated sugar can substitute with a sugar alternative
  • 1 tbsp baking powder essential for fluffy texture
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter use softened
  • 2 large eggs at room temperature
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract use pure extract for depth
  • 1 cup milk can substitute with non-dairy milk
For the Jelly Coating
  • 1 pkg strawberry jelly or other fruit jellies for variety
For the Coating
  • 1 cup desiccated coconut optional for coating
For the Filling
  • 1 cup whipped cream using real cream lends a better taste

Equipment

  • muffin tin
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a standard muffin tin.
  2. Cream together the unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, then add eggs one at a time. Alternate adding milk and vanilla extract with sifted flour and baking powder until combined.
  3. Pour the batter into the muffin tin, filling each cup halfway. Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown. Cool in the tin for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  4. Prepare the strawberry jelly according to package instructions until it reaches a syrupy consistency and allow to cool.
  5. Dip the tops of cooled sponge cakes into the strawberry jelly, allowing excess to drip off.
  6. Roll the tops of the cakes in desiccated coconut, ensuring all exposed jelly is covered.
  7. Whip the cream in a mixing bowl until soft peaks form and add sugar if desired.
  8. Spread whipped cream on one jelly-coated cake, sandwich with another jelly-coated cake, and repeat for all cakes.
  9. Chill the assembled cakes for at least 30 minutes to set the jelly.
  10. Serve chilled, slicing carefully to reveal the layers.

Notes

Enjoy these nostalgic treats at afternoon tea or festive gatherings. Use alternative jellies for variation and ensure to refrigerate for optimal texture.