Plain Cake Jamaican Style
Transport your taste buds to the Caribbean with this moist and flavorful Plain Cake Jamaican Style, a simple yet delightful treat perfect for any occasion. This traditional Jamaican dessert is known for its irresistibly tender crumb and subtle citrus aroma, thanks to the bright addition of lime zest. Made with pantry staples like all-purpose flour, butter, and sugar, this recipe comes together with ease, while vanilla extract and just the right amount of salt elevate its classic flavor. Baked to golden perfection in under an hour, it’s the ultimate versatile cake—whether served plain alongside a warm cup of tea or dressed up with your favorite toppings. With straightforward instructions and a nostalgic homemade touch, this Jamaican plain cake is sure to become a beloved favorite in your kitchen. Perfect for family gatherings, tea parties, or an everyday indulgence!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 1 cup Unsalted butter (softened)
- 1.5 cups Granulated sugar
- 4 large Eggs
- 1.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon Lime zest
- 0.5 cup Whole milk
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together using an electric mixer on medium speed until the mixture is light and fluffy (about 3-5 minutes).
Add the eggs one at a time to the creamed butter and sugar, beating well after each addition to ensure the mixture is smooth.
Mix in the vanilla extract and lime zest, combining well.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients in batches, alternating with the milk. Start and end with the dry ingredients, mixing gently until just incorporated. Be careful not to overmix.
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, smoothing out the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Slice and serve plain, or enjoy with a cup of tea or coffee. The cake can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
525 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 27.3 g | 35% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.4 g | 82% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 159 mg | 53% | |
| Sodium | 241 mg | 10% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 62.5 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 38.6 g | ||
| Protein | 7.1 g | 14% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.1 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 41 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 88 mg | 2% | |
*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.
