First times a treat...

I saw a similar version of this cake on another site and thought I would love to try it. Although I had to wait to have guests over as this is too much of a treat to have all to ourselves.

"YUMMY sponge filled with a layer of lemon curd and fresh cream, topped with more fresh cream and a cluster of berries at the top."

I am a little Masterchef inspired at the moment and have been enjoying cooking; and cooking new things too. There is a first time for everything!

This is my first sponge cake and the first time I put together this cake.

.... And it worked a treat.

A few yummy things:

CREAM ~ Instead of just whipping some thickened cream I always add some white sugar and vanilla essence. Just tops it off.

BERRIES ~ Not just your ordinary berries, these were frozen, defrosted and sugar coated. 

Lemon Curd

I have an abundance of lemons, so have been experimenting and creating lots of yummy lemony things. This is yummy lemon curd. And so easy to make!

Taken from Taste.com.au

Ingredients:

2 eggs
2 egg yolks
3/4 Cup Sugar
Juice & Zest from 2 Lemons
1/3 Cup Chilled Unsalted Butter

1. In a medium saucepan combine the eggs, yolks and sugar.
2. Place over low heat.
3. Add the butter, juice and rind.
4. Using a whisk, stir constantly until the curd thickens.
5. To test when it is ready, run your finger down the back of a wooden spoon, if it leaves a clear path, the curd is ready. It will set once it cools.
6. Strain and jar, allow to cool before sealing jar.

YUM!