Gluten-Free Classic Madeira Cake
Delight in the timeless elegance of a **Gluten-Free Classic Madeira Cake**, a moist and buttery loaf perfect for any occasion. This recipe transforms the beloved British favorite into an accessible treat for those avoiding gluten without compromising on flavor or texture. Made with *gluten-free flour* and a touch of *xanthan gum* for perfect structure, the cake embodies rich simplicity, enhanced by the fragrant brightness of *lemon zest* and *vanilla extract*. The smooth batter, enriched with *milk* and creamed *unsalted butter*, bakes into a golden masterpiece ideal for tea-time or celebrations. Ready in just over an hour, this 10-serving cake is a crowd-pleaser that guarantees everyone—from gluten-free bakers to classic dessert lovers—will savor every slice.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 225 grams Gluten-free all-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoons Xanthan gum
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 225 grams Unsalted butter
- 225 grams Caster sugar
- 4 units Large eggs
- 1 tablespoon Lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons Milk
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease and line a 20cm/8-inch round cake tin with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, mix the gluten-free all-purpose flour, xanthan gum, and baking powder. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, cream the unsalted butter and caster sugar together until light and fluffy.
Beat in the eggs one at a time to the butter and sugar mixture, making sure each one is fully incorporated before adding the next.
Stir in the lemon zest and vanilla extract into the wet ingredients.
Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture using a spatula, being careful not to overmix.
Add the milk to the batter and fold it in until smooth and well combined.
Pour the batter into the prepared cake tin and smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the centre of the cake comes out clean.
Let the cake cool in the tin for 10 minutes, then turn it out onto a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3660 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 216.2 g | 277% | |
| Saturated Fat | 119.3 g | 596% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1245 mg | 415% | |
| Sodium | 1242 mg | 54% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 436.2 g | 159% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.5 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 227.7 g | ||
| Protein | 32.2 g | 64% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.3 mcg | 22% | |
| Calcium | 238 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 5.6 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 403 mg | 9% | |
*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.
