Cinnamon Tea Cake

Indulge in the comforting aroma and flavor of this classic Cinnamon Tea Cake, a timeless treat perfectly paired with a hot cup of tea. With its buttery, tender crumb and a delightful cinnamon-sugar topping, this cake strikes the perfect balance between simplicity and indulgence. Ready in just 45 minutes, this recipe combines pantry staples like self-raising flour, ground cinnamon, and vanilla extract for a fuss-free baking experience. The warm butter glaze ensures the cinnamon-sugar mixture clings beautifully to the cake, creating a sweet and slightly crunchy top. Whether served warm or at room temperature, this light and airy cinnamon tea cake is a crowd-pleaser for any occasion, from afternoon tea to a cozy dessert.

Nutriscore Rating: 41/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 125 grams unsalted butter
• 150 grams granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 pieces large eggs
• 225 grams self-raising flour
• 125 milliliters milk
• 1.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (for topping)
• 30 grams unsalted butter (melted, for topping)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease and line a 20cm (8-inch) round cake tin with baking paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar together using a hand mixer or a stand mixer until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).

Step 3

Add the vanilla extract and the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.

Step 4

Sift the self-raising flour into the mixture and add the milk. Gently fold everything together using a spatula until it's just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 5

Pour the batter into the prepared cake tin and smooth out the top with a spatula.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.

Step 7

While the cake is baking, mix the ground cinnamon and sugar for the topping in a small bowl.

Step 8

Once the cake is baked, remove it from the oven and let it cool in the tin for 5 minutes. Then carefully transfer it to a wire rack placed over a tray.

Step 9

Brush the top of the warm cake with the melted butter and sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over the top.

Step 10

Let the cake cool completely (or serve slightly warm) before slicing and serving. Pair it with a cup of tea for the perfect treat!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(792.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2853.7

Total Fat 147.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 83.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 726.8mg	0%
Sodium 2011.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 358.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.1g	0%
Total Sugars 182.8g
Protein 39.4g	0%

Vitamin D 136.7IU	0%
Calcium 323.8mg	0%
Iron 5.0mg	0%
Potassium 638.9mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 45.4%

Protein: 5.4%

Carbs: 49.2%