Egg Cake

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Servings: 8 servings Difficulty: Intermediate
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A moist, spiced sponge cake studded with sultanas and brightened with orange zest
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Egg Cake

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 8 servings Calories: 239.4

Description

This classic Egg Cake is a comforting, old-fashioned dessert that relies on simple pantry staples to create a tender, flavorful crumb. The combination of warm spices like cinnamon and mixed spice pairs beautifully with the tartness of orange zest and the chewy sweetness of sultanas. It has a soft, moist texture that is perfect for an afternoon tea or a cozy family dinner. The recipe is straightforward, requiring just creaming butter and eggs before folding in the dry ingredients. Serve it warm with a cup of tea or coffee for a truly satisfying treat that feels both nostalgic and homemade.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350&# 194;°F (175ðC). Grease and line a 9-inch round cake tin or a similar-sized loaf pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and icing sugar together until the mixture is light, fluffy, and pale in color.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition to ensure they are fully incorporated and the mixture doesn't curdle.
  4. Stir in the finely grated orange zest and the sultanas, ensuring the fruit is evenly distributed throughout the batter.
  5. In a separate bowl, sift together the plain flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and mixed spice.
  6. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture using a spatula, mixing only until just combined to avoid overworking the gluten.
  7. Spoon the batter into the prepared tin and smooth the top with the back of a spoon.
  8. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean and the top springs back when lightly touched.
  9. Allow the cake to cool in the tin for 10 minutes before turning it out onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8 servings

Amount Per Serving
Calories 239.4kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 7.2g12%
Saturated Fat 4.3g22%
Cholesterol 17.9mg6%
Sodium 112.8mg5%
Total Carbohydrate 39.3g14%
Dietary Fiber 1.3g6%
Sugars 8.5g
Protein 4.1g9%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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