Ginger Sponge

This is a perfect recipe for someone who can't have milk... there is none. An easy to make treat, subtly spiced with the warming flavour of ginger. Perfect for cooler weather.

1 sponge makes 20 pieces. Each piece is worth 86 calories!!!

Ingredients:

200g self raising flour
200g sugar
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon bicarb soda
55g margarine
1 egg, beaten
2 tablespoons golden syrup
240ml hot water

Method:

1. Preheat the oven to 180 degrees C (if using a fan forced oven 170 degrees C). Line a 28cm by 18cm baking tin with baking paper.
2. Mix flour, sugar, ginger and bicarb soda together in a bowl. Using your fingers, rub the margarine in until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs. Add the beaten egg, syrup and hot water and mix well with a wooden spoon until combined.
3. Pour the mixture into the prepared tin and bake in the middle of the oven for 35 to 40 minutes, or until golden brown and the top is springy to the touch. Leave to cool in the tin. Once cool, cut into squares.

Lovely, sticky top and can be had as a dessert with a little custard or cream. YUMMY!!!