Description
Experience the delightful taste of this Classic Irish Tea Cake, a perfect companion for afternoon tea or a comforting dessert. With a tender crumb and rich flavor profile, this cake is simple to prepare and requires just a few staple ingredients. Serve it plain or with a dusting of powdered sugar for an elegant finish. Ideal for both novice bakers and seasoned chefs, this recipe guarantees satisfaction with every slice.
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- ½ cup whole milk
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a round cake pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat softened butter until creamy; gradually mix in the dry ingredients until crumbly.
- In a separate bowl, combine eggs and milk, then pour into the dry mixture while stirring gently until just combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Irish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg