2 tbsp golden syrup, plus extra for serving
115²µ/4ΒΌ΄Η³ϊ plain flour, sifted
1Β½³Ω²υ±θ baking powder
115²µ/4ΒΌ΄Η³ϊ brown sugar
100g/3Β½oz unsalted butter, softened, plus extra for greasing
vanilla custard, to serve (optional)
2 large free-range eggs