Cinnamon Tea Cake Women's Weekly
Delightfully light and irresistibly aromatic, the Cinnamon Tea Cake from Women's Weekly is a timeless treat perfect for any occasion. Crafted with simple pantry staples like butter, caster sugar, and self-raising flour, this quick and easy cake comes together in just 20 minutes of prep time. The star of the show is its buttery cinnamon-sugar topping, which adds a warm, slightly crunchy finish to every bite. Baked to perfection in under half an hour, this classic tea cake pairs beautifully with a hot cup of tea or coffee, making it the perfect centerpiece for cozy afternoons or casual gatherings. With a soft, tender crumb and a hint of spice, this recipe is sure to become a cherished favorite in your dessert rotation.
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Ingredients
- 125 grams Butter
- 125 grams Caster sugar
- 1 large Egg
- 190 grams Self-raising flour
- 60 milliliters Milk
- 2 teaspoons Ground cinnamon (for topping)
- 2 tablespoons Caster sugar (for topping)
- 20 grams Butter (for topping, melted)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 180°C (160°C fan-forced) and grease and line the base of a 20cm round cake pan with baking paper.
Step 2
In a mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to cream the butter and caster sugar together until pale and fluffy.
Step 3
Add the egg and beat until well combined.
Step 4
Sift the self-raising flour into the mixture, then fold it in gently using a spatula. Gradually add the milk and mix until the batter is smooth.
Step 5
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, spreading it out evenly.
Step 6
Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes or until a skewer inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
Step 7
While the cake is baking, mix together the ground cinnamon and caster sugar for the topping in a small bowl.
Step 8
Once the cake is done, allow it to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack.
Step 9
Brush the top of the warm cake with melted butter, then sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture evenly over the top.
Step 10
Allow the cake to cool to room temperature before slicing and serving. Enjoy with your favorite tea or coffee!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (608.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2493.9 |
| Total Fat 130.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 70.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 5.1g | |
| Cholesterol 563.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2311.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 302.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 7.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 154.8g | |
| Protein 28.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 101.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 215.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 428.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories