Cut and Come Again Cake

Discover the timeless charm of the Cut and Come Again Cake, a beautifully spiced and fruit-filled British classic that's perfect for any occasion. This recipe combines the rich flavors of mixed dried fruits, warm cinnamon, nutmeg, and zesty orange, creating a moist and aromatic loaf cake that's incredibly moreish—true to its name, you'll keep coming back for another slice! Easy to prepare with simple pantry ingredients like self-raising flour, butter, and sugar, this one-bowl wonder is a breeze to whip up, making it an ideal bake for family gatherings or teatime treats. Serve it plain, or elevate it with a dusting of icing sugar for a touch of elegance. Ready in just under 90 minutes, it pairs perfectly with a cup of tea or coffee, promising homemade comfort in every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 43/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 300 grams self-raising flour
• 175 grams unsalted butter
• 175 grams granulated sugar
• 3 large eggs
• 100 milliliters milk
• 250 grams mixed dried fruit (raisins, sultanas, currants)
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1 orange grated orange zest
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.25 teaspoon salt

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 160°C (320°F) or 140°C (284°F) fan. Grease and line a 20cm (8-inch) round cake tin with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy using a hand or stand mixer.

Step 3

Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract and grated orange zest.

Step 4

Sift the self-raising flour, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt into the bowl. Fold gently to combine the dry ingredients with the wet ingredients.

Step 5

Gradually pour in the milk, mixing until the batter is smooth and of a soft dropping consistency.

Step 6

Stir in the mixed dried fruit until evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Step 7

Spoon the batter into the prepared cake tin and smooth the top with the back of a spoon or spatula.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 60 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 9

Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the tin for 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Step 10

Serve plain or with a light dusting of icing sugar on top. Enjoy with tea or coffee.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1168.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4150.5

Total Fat 171.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 94.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 954.8mg	0%
Sodium 3294.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 611.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.3g	0%
Total Sugars 330.1g
Protein 60.4g	0%

Vitamin D 168.4IU	0%
Calcium 459.2mg	0%
Iron 11.6mg	0%
Potassium 2655.3mg	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: 36.5%

Protein: 5.7%

Carbs: 57.8%