Hot Milk Sponge Cake

If you’re craving a simple yet indulgent dessert, this soft, golden cake with its rich coconut-walnut topping is a must-try. Light and fluffy inside with a sweet, nutty crunch on top, it’s the perfect treat for family gatherings, afternoon tea, or a cozy night in. Best of all, it uses everyday ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen, so you can whip it up whenever the mood strikes.

Ingredients

Cake:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour

• 1 teaspoon baking powder

• 2  eggs

• 1 cup white sugar

• ½ cup milk

• 2 tablespoons butter

Topping:

• ¼ cup packed brown sugar

• 2 tablespoons butter, room temperature

• ½ cup flaked coconut

• ¼ cup chopped walnuts

• 4 tablespoons milk

Directions

1.  Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9-inch square pan.

2. In a large mixing bowl, beat eggs for 4 minutes with electric mixer. Gradually add sugar; beat until light and fluffy, 4 to 5 minutes.

3.  Whisk together the flour and baking powder, and add to egg mixture until just combined.

4. In a saucepan, heat 1/2 cup milk and 2 tablespoons butter until butter is melted. Gradually pour into the batter, mixing constantly. Pour into prepared pan.

5. Bake in preheated oven until cake is golden and a toothpick inserted in the center of the cake comes out clean, 20 to 25 minutes.

6.  Remove cake from oven; preheat oven's broiler.

7. Beat 1/4 cup brown sugar and 2 tablespoons butter until combined. Stir in milk to desired consistency. Stir in coconut and nuts. Spread over warm cake. Broil 4 inches from heat for 3 to 4 minutes, till golden.

[Source: https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/7469/hot-milk-sponge-cake-i/]