Everyone loves this retro classic, with its delicious flavor and melting golden texture. Ingredients: (Serves 8) 3 tablespoons light brown sugar 4 canned pineapple rings 2 glace cherries, halved 125 g/4 oz butter, at room temperature 100 g/3½ oz caster sugar Finely grated zest of 1 lemon 2 eggs 80 g/3 oz self-raising flour ½…
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Coffee and walnuts are a sublime pairing in this golden, crumbly cake with its rich coffee butter icing. A favorite for generations and a must on any tea table. Ingredients: (Serves 8) 170 g/6 oz butter, at room temperature 140 g/5 oz caster sugar 3 eggs 140 g/5 oz self-raising flour 80 g/3 oz walnut…
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This citrusy version of the English fruit cake improves with keeping, so if you can, make it a week in advance and store in an airtight container until ready to serve. Ingredients: (Serves 8) 170 g/6 oz butter 100 g/3 oz caster sugar 50 g/2 oz light brown sugar 3 eggs Finely grated zest of…
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This is an all-time classic British cake named for Queen Victoria. Traditionally, it is split and filled with jam, then simply dusted with icing sugar. This version is made of two layers of sponge cake sandwiched with fresh raspberries, jam and cream. Ingredients: 170 g/6 oz butter, at room temperature 140 g/5 oz caster sugar…
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Sometimes the simplest cakes are the best, and this plain, golden, lemony loaf is no exception, It was traditionally served with a glass of madeira wine in the nineteenth century (hence its name). It’s just as delicious with a cup of tea or coffee. Ingredients: 220 g/8 oz butter, at room temperature 140 g/5 oz…
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Fresh, zesty, and oh-so-simple, this delicious golden cake is fabulous served with a cup of afternoon tea. It’s also the perfect treat to go in a lunchbox or picnic basket. Ingredients: (Serves 8) For the cake: 170 g/6 oz butter, at room temperature 140 g/5 oz caster sugar 3 eggs 140 g/5 oz self-raising flour…
Read moreThe perfect recipe for anyone afraid of baking – because there’s no baking involved. Just assemble the ingredients, then chill overnight before turning out a luxcious creamy cake. Ingredients: (Serves ) 60 g/2 oz toasted hazelnuts, chopped 225 g/8 oz mascarpone cheese 2 tablespons icing sugar, sifted Finely grated zest of 1 orange Juice of…
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Layering the cake with marzipan gives this golden cake a lusciously sticky and indulgent center. It’s particularly good served warm for afternoon tea or morning coffee. Ingredients: (Serves 8) 170 g/6 oz butter, at room temperature 140 g/5 oz caster sugar 3 eggs 140 g/5 oz self-raising flour 85 g/3 oz ground almonds 75 g/3…
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