Egg Cake

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Servings: 10 servings Difficulty: Intermediate
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A moist, spicy fruit cake enriched with eggs, butter, and dried fruits for a classic homemade taste.
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This Egg Cake is a humble yet deeply satisfying dessert that captures the essence of home baking. It relies on the rich flavor of butter, dark brown sugar, and a blend of mixed dried fruits, including dates and glace cherries. The addition of mixed spice gives it a warm, aromatic profile that pairs perfectly with the chewy texture of the fruit. Unlike elaborate layer cakes, this recipe is straightforward, making it an ideal treat for afternoon tea or a cozy weekend baking session. It’s dense, moist, and full of comforting flavor, proving that simple ingredients can create something truly special.

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Egg Cake

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 10 servings Calories: 955.5

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This Egg Cake is a humble yet deeply satisfying dessert that captures the essence of home baking. It relies on the rich flavor of butter, dark brown sugar, and a blend of mixed dried fruits, including dates and glace cherries. The addition of mixed spice gives it a warm, aromatic profile that pairs perfectly with the chewy texture of the fruit. Unlike elaborate layer cakes, this recipe is straightforward, making it an ideal treat for afternoon tea or a cozy weekend baking session. It&# 226;ÂÂs dense, moist, and full of comforting flavor, proving that simple ingredients can create something truly special.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350ðF (175ðC) and grease a loaf pan or cake tin with butter.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and dark brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next.
  4. Stir in the mixed spice and bicarbonate of soda until evenly distributed.
  5. Fold in the milk gradually to create a smooth, thick batter.
  6. Gently fold in the mixed dried fruit, quartered glace cherries, and chopped dates.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared tin and smooth the top with a spatula.
  8. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Allow the cake to cool in the tin for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 10 servings

Amount Per Serving
Calories 955.5kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 52.5g81%
Saturated Fat 31.5g158%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 42.0mg2%
Total Carbohydrate 103.2g35%
Dietary Fiber 19.2g77%
Sugars 80.5g
Protein 8.8g18%

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

Keywords: egg cake, fruit cake, dessert, baking, dates, cherries, dried fruit, brown sugar, butter, mixed spice, homemade, comfort food, spiced cake, vegetarian, classic recipe, moist cake, afternoon tea, simple dessert, fruit loaf, traditional
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