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Classic School Cake Recipe: A Sweet Trip Down Memory Lane


  • Author: Mouad Boulkhiout
  • Total Time: 50 minutes

Description

Bring back childhood memories with this Classic School Cake Recipe! Featuring a light, fluffy sponge topped with a thick, sweet glaze and rainbow sprinkles, this nostalgic treat is perfect for parties, teatime, or just because. Easy to make and guaranteed to make everyone smile!


Ingredients

Scale

For the Sponge:

  • 200g unsalted butter, softened

  • 200g caster sugar

  • 4 large eggs

  • 200g self-raising flour

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • 2 tablespoons milk

For the Icing:

  • 250g icing sugar

  • 34 tablespoons water

  • Sprinkles, to decorate


Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (160°C fan). Grease and line a 23x30cm rectangular tin.

  2. Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

  3. Beat in eggs one at a time, then fold in flour.

  4. Stir in vanilla extract and milk.

  5. Pour into the tin and bake for 25–30 minutes.

  6. Cool completely before icing.

  7. Mix icing sugar with water to form a thick glaze.

  8. Spread glaze over the sponge and add sprinkles.

  9. Allow to set for 30 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • Let the cake cool fully before icing.

  • Customize with different sprinkle colors for themed occasions.

  • Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

  • Freeze individual slices for up to 2 months.

  • Try adding vanilla or lemon to the icing for extra flavor.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes