A tea cake is a delightful, moist cake that’s just perfect for enjoying with a hot cup of tea, making your tea time extra special.
Prepare your taste buds for a whimsical journey! This tea cake recipe is the epic saga your afternoon tea deserves. Soft, fluffy, and perfectly sweet, it’s like a hug in cake form. Ready to follow every golden crumb? Let’s bake magic!
About the Tea Cake
Fluffy, moist, and slightly sweet, this tea cake is perfect for a relaxing afternoon tea or a casual coffee break. It’s simple, elegant, and delightfully comforting with every bite.
- Cooking Method: Baking
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Cuisine Type: British
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup whole milk
Cooking Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. Feel free to dance during this step; it helps the fluffiness.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture alternately with the milk, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Mix just until combined. Do not over mix unless you want your cake to be a glorified hockey puck.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula. Even it out; you’re not making abstract art here!
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Patience is key here; resist the urge to open the oven too early.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. You’re almost there, just one more Netflix episode to go!
Suggestions
- Alternative Ingredients: Swap whole milk with almond or oat milk for a dairy-free option. Use brown sugar for a deeper caramel flavor.
- Garnishing: Dust with powdered sugar, drizzle with a simple glaze, or top with fresh berries for an extra touch of elegance.
- Cooking Tips: Make sure all ingredients are at room temperature before you start. It makes a world of difference.
