Here’s a delightful recipe for Irish Tea Cake, a moist and flavorful cake that’s perfect for enjoying with a cup of tea!
Ingredients
- 1 cup (225g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup (120ml) buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon almond extract (optional)
- 1 cup (150g) mixed dried fruit (e.g., raisins, currants, sultanas)
- 1/2 cup (75g) chopped nuts (e.g., walnuts or almonds, optional)
- Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions
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Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.
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Cream the Butter and Sugar:
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
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Add Eggs:
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
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Combine Dry Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
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Mix Dry and Wet Ingredients:
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the buttermilk. Mix until just combined.
- Stir in the vanilla extract, almond extract (if using), mixed dried fruit, and chopped nuts (if using).
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Pour into Pan:
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
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Bake:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 40-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Cool:
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Serve:
- Once cooled, dust the top with powdered sugar if desired. Slice and serve with a cup of tea!
Enjoy!
This Irish Tea Cake is perfect for afternoon tea or as a sweet treat any time of day. Its rich flavor and moist texture make it a delightful addition to your dessert table!