Description
This Traditional Treacle & Lemon Tea Cake is a delightful, moist treat that perfectly balances the rich, deep sweetness of treacle with the bright, zesty freshness of lemon. Ideal for an afternoon tea or a comforting dessert, this cake offers a slice of joy with every bite.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 200g all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
- 100g unsalted butter
- 150g brown sugar
- 100g treacle
- 2 large eggs
- 1 lemon (zested and juiced)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) to ensure it reaches the perfect temperature for baking the cake evenly.
- Prepare Cake Tin: Grease and line a cake tin to prevent the cake from sticking and to make removal easier once baked.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter and brown sugar until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, which helps incorporate air into the batter for a tender cake.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Stir in the treacle, eggs, lemon zest, and lemon juice to the creamed mixture, mixing well to combine all the flavors thoroughly.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening and seasoning agents.
- Mix Dry and Wet Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined, being careful not to overmix to maintain a light texture.
- Pour Batter into Tin: Transfer the batter into the prepared cake tin, smoothing the top with a spatula for even baking.
- Bake the Cake: Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, indicating the cake is cooked through.
- Cool the Cake: Allow the cake to cool in the tin for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving to retain moisture and enhance flavor.
Notes
- Ensure the treacle used is of good quality for the best flavor.
- Do not overmix the batter to keep the cake tender.
- You can substitute lemon with orange zest and juice for a different citrus twist.
- Allow the cake to cool completely before slicing to prevent crumbling.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container to maintain freshness for up to 3 days.
