Madeira Cake
Madeira cake is a timeless British classic, known for its rich buttery flavor and delightful density. Each slice offers a melt-in-your-mouth experience that pairs perfectly with tea or coffee. With its golden crust and simple ingredients, this elegant cake is easy to customize with added flavors like lemon or almond. Whether for an afternoon tea or a festive gathering, Madeira cake is sure to impress your guests and brighten your day.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 10 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- Zest of 1 lemon (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a loaf pan with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- In another bowl, sift together the flour and baking powder.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk until just combined.
- If desired, fold in lemon zest for added flavor.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 285
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 67mg