2 tbsp golden syrup, plus extra for serving
115²µ/4¼´Ç³ú plain flour, sifted
1½³Ù²õ±è baking powder
115²µ/4¼´Ç³ú brown sugar
100g/3½oz unsalted butter, softened, plus extra for greasing
vanilla custard, to serve (optional)
2 large free-range eggs