Cambridge Favorite Cake
Discover the charming simplicity of the Cambridge Favorite Cake, a classic dessert infused with warm spices and bright citrus notes. This delightful bake combines the richness of buttery batter with the comforting flavors of cinnamon, nutmeg, and a hint of zesty orange, creating a beautifully balanced treat. Studded with plump raisins for a touch of sweetness and texture, it’s a perfect companion to your afternoon tea or coffee. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a golden, tender crumb achieved in the oven, this recipe is both approachable and satisfying. A dusting of powdered sugar finishes this timeless cake, making it just as pretty as it is delicious. Whether you're serving guests or indulging solo, this easy-to-make favorite is sure to bring warmth to any table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 225 grams all-purpose flour
- 175 grams unsalted butter
- 175 grams granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoons ground nutmeg
- 4 tablespoons whole milk
- 125 grams raisins
- 1 tablespoon grated orange zest
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease and line a 9-inch (23 cm) round cake tin with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy using a hand mixer or stand mixer.
Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next.
Sift the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and nutmeg together into a separate bowl.
Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, alternating with the milk, starting and ending with the dry ingredients.
Gently fold in the raisins and orange zest, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Pour the batter into the prepared cake tin and smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 50 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the tin for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once cooled, dust the top with powdered sugar if desired. Slice and serve with tea or coffee for a perfect treat.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3470 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 169.3 g | 217% | |
| Saturated Fat | 93.8 g | 469% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 953 mg | 318% | |
| Sodium | 972 mg | 42% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 471.6 g | 171% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.0 g | 50% | |
| Total Sugars | 276.1 g | ||
| Protein | 49.7 g | 99% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.7 mcg | 19% | |
| Calcium | 343 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 15.7 mg | 87% | |
| Potassium | 1552 mg | 33% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
