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Old-Fashioned Pink Jelly Cakes

Sweet Nostalgia: Old-Fashioned Pink Jelly Cakes Delight

These Old-Fashioned Pink Jelly Cakes are a delightful blend of soft vanilla sponge, tangy strawberry jelly, and coconut, creating a nostalgic dessert experience.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 12 cakes
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Australian
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Sponge Cake
  • 2 large eggs
  • 100 grams sugar
  • 120 grams all-purpose flour
  • 80 grams melted butter unsalted
For the Jelly
  • 1 packet strawberry jelly or raspberry/orange for variation
For the Coating
  • 200 grams desiccated coconut
For the Filling
  • 200 ml whipped cream preferably real
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar

Equipment

  • Round Cake Pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Piping Bag
  • saucepan
  • wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a round cake pan by greasing and lining it with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine eggs and sugar, whipping until fluffy and pale. Gradually fold in flour and melted butter until well blended.
  3. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow the sponge to cool completely on a wire rack.
  4. While the sponge cools, heat the strawberry jelly in a small saucepan over low heat, stirring until it becomes syrupy and smooth. Remove from heat once fully dissolved. Allow the jelly to cool slightly.
  5. Once the sponge is completely cool, gently remove it from the pan and cut it into rectangular pieces, about 2 inches wide.
  6. Dip each piece of sponge into the prepared strawberry jelly, making sure they are well coated on all sides while allowing excess jelly to drip off.
  7. Roll them in desiccated coconut, ensuring each piece is generously coated.
  8. In a mixing bowl, whip the cream with powdered sugar until soft peaks form. Use a piping bag or a spoon to fill the center of each cake with whipped cream.
  9. Once filled, carefully place the cakes in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to set.
  10. After chilling, arrange the cakes on a platter for serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cakeCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 16gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, ensure the jelly is slightly thickened but still pourable. Proper chilling is essential for setting the jelly and improving texture.

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