This traditional Welsh Shearing Cake is a rustic, slow-baked treat that embodies the warmth of country cooking. Combining flour, butter, and eggs with the aromatic warmth of nutmeg and caraway seeds, it offers a unique flavor profile distinct from standard fruitcakes. The long, low-temperature baking process ensures a moist, dense texture that improves with age. Perfect for sharing with tea or as a comforting dessert, this cake relies on simple pantry staples to create a rich, satisfying experience. It is an ideal bake for autumn evenings or special gatherings where a homemade, hearty dessert is desired.
Shearing Cake(Welsh
Description
This traditional Welsh Shearing Cake is a rustic, slow-baked treat that embodies the warmth of country cooking. Combining flour, butter, and eggs with the aromatic warmth of nutmeg and caraway seeds, it offers a unique flavor profile distinct from standard fruitcakes. The long, low-temperature baking process ensures a moist, dense texture that improves with age. Perfect for sharing with tea or as a comforting dessert, this cake relies on simple pantry staples to create a rich, satisfying experience. It is an ideal bake for autumn evenings or special gatherings where a homemade, hearty dessert is desired.Ingredients
Directions
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Preheat the oven to 350&# 194;°F (175ðC).
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Rub the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs.
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Add the baking powder, sugar, lemon rind, caraway seeds, and a pinch of grated nutmeg to the flour mixture. Mix thoroughly.
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Beat the eggs in a separate bowl.
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Stir the beaten eggs and milk into the dry ingredients until a smooth batter forms.
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Pour the batter into a baking tin lined with greaseproof paper.
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Bake at 350ðF (175ðC) for 30 minutes.
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Reduce the oven temperature to 300ðF (150ðC) and continue baking for 12 hours.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 1
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 1987.4kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 168.3g259%
- Saturated Fat 104.7g524%
- Cholesterol 528.0mg176%
- Sodium 1590.3mg67%
- Total Carbohydrate 99.1g34%
- Dietary Fiber 3.1g13%
- Sugars 12.8g
- Protein 24.6g50%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
