Microwave Sponge Pudding

• 9 tablespoons butter
• 4 tablespoons golden syrup (or light corn syrup if not available)
• 6 tablespoons superfine sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1 cup self raising flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 2 tablespoons warm water
• custard, to serve

1. Grease 1.5 litre heatproof bowl with a small amount of butter. Spoon the syrup into the basin.
2. Cream the remaining butter with the sugar until light and fluffy. Gradually add the eggs, beating well between each addition.
3. Sift the flour and baking powder together, then fold into the creamed mixture using a large metal spoon. Add enough warm water to give a soft, dropping consistency. spoon into the bowl and level.
4. Cover with microwave-safe plastic wrap, leaving a small gap to allow air to escape. Microwave on high power for 4 minutes, then remove and let stand for 5 minutes, while it continues to cook.
5. Turn the sponge out on to a warm serving plate. Serve with custard.

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Taken from www.food.com/recipe/microwave-sponge-pudding-224011 (may not work)