Infused Treats With Paula: Sponge Kiss Sweet Sandwiches
Sponge kiss sandwiches are a delightful treat that combines soft, airy sponge cakes with a sweet filling. This infused twist adds an extra layer of flavour, making them perfect for sharing or enjoying on your own. Simple to make and even easier to love, these sandwiches are a fun way to satisfy your sweet tooth. Let’s get into the recipe.
ingredients
50g self-rising flour
10g corn starch
3 large eggs, separated
70g white sugar
20g canna-butter, melted
Icing sugar for sprinkling!
* This is a very delicate treat, measure carefully!
and for the filling:
Your fav fruit jam
Stabilized whipped cream
1 tsp unflavoured gelatin
instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 320° F, line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, sift together corn starch & flour. In a second, very clean bowl, add egg whites & whip with an electric mixer on medium until it forms soft peaks.
3. Turn the mixer to high & add sugar 1 tbsp at a time.
4. Once all the sugar is added, continue whipping for an additional 1-2 mins, until you reach glossy, stiff peaks.
5. Add egg yolks & fold in gently with a whisk. Add flour mix to egg mix, very gently folding with a spatula until ingredients are combined.
6. Add melted & cooled canna-butter, gently folding with a spatula.
7. Scoop & drop batter on to parchment lined baking sheet. Leave 1-2 inches between cookies as they spread while baking.
8. Bake on centre rack for 8 minutes, rotating halfway. Sponges should be brown around the edges. Allow to cool completely. Once cool, dust with icing sugar!
While the sponges cool, it’s time to make filling! Store-bought whip will also do just fine!
filling:
1. First, chill a big metal mixing bowl in your freezer.
(cooled tools will help keep whipped cream from deflating!)
2. In a microwave-safe bowl, sprinkle gelatin into 4 tsp of cold water, mix & let bloom for 4-5 mins.
3. Once ready, microwave in 5-second intervals until fully dissolved & set aside to cool.
4. Grab your chilled bowl & add: a cup of heavy whipping cream, 1/3 cup icing sugar, & 1 tsp vanilla. Using an electric mixer, blend on low speed until soft peaks form. Turn to medium speed & drizzle in liquid gelatin. Once blended, turn your mixer to high until stiff peaks form.
sandwich time!
1. Pair cookies & spread jam on one or both sides.
2. Add a dollop of cream to the bottom sponge.
3. Sandwich together & top with fruit!
There you have it—light, fluffy sponge kiss sandwiches with a twist. Whether you serve them at a gathering or keep them all to yourself, these treats are sure to impress. Happy baking!
