Irish Tea Cake
Discover the comforting allure of Irish Tea Cake, a delightful dessert that combines a soft, buttery texture with warm spices like cinnamon. This cake is perfect for afternoon tea or cozy gatherings with friends. With simple ingredients and an easy preparation method, it captures the essence of home baking, bringing warmth and nostalgia to every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Irish
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round baking pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
- In another bowl, cream the softened butter until smooth. Gradually add sugar and beat until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time.
- Mix in the milk gradually until combined.
- Fold the wet mixture into the dry ingredients gently until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cooling slightly before slicing and serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg