Nun's Cake

Delight in the timeless charm of Nun's Cake, a classic dessert steeped in tradition and bursting with warm, comforting flavors. This moist, buttery cake is infused with aromatic spices like nutmeg and cinnamon, while dried currants and chopped almonds add delightful texture and richness. Perfectly balanced with a hint of vanilla, this easy-to-make treat is ideal for teatime or any special occasion. With just 20 minutes of prep time and an hour in the oven, you'll have a beautifully golden, subtly spiced cake that's both elegant and satisfying. Serve it with a steaming cup of coffee or tea, and watch it become an instant favorite in your kitchen.

Nutriscore Rating: 44/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 230 grams Unsalted butter
• 200 grams Granulated sugar
• 4 large Eggs
• 250 grams All-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 120 milliliters Milk
• 150 grams Dried currants or raisins
• 100 grams Chopped almonds
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and grease a 9-inch (23 cm) round cake pan. Line the bottom with parchment paper for easy removal.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and granulated sugar together using a hand or stand mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 3

Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition to ensure they are fully incorporated.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, ground nutmeg, ground cinnamon, and salt.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients, mixing gently after each addition to avoid overmixing.

Step 6

Fold in the dried currants or raisins, chopped almonds, and vanilla extract using a spatula.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, smoothing the top evenly with a spatula.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 55-60 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.

Step 9

Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then invert it onto a cooling rack. Remove the parchment paper and let it cool completely before serving.

Step 10

Slice and enjoy your Nun's Cake with a cup of tea or coffee. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1147.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4649.6

Total Fat 266.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 125.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 1253.3mg	0%
Sodium 1823.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 537.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.3g	0%
Total Sugars 306.4g
Protein 77.2g	0%

Vitamin D 164IU	0%
Calcium 505.2mg	0%
Iron 21.7mg	0%
Potassium 2427.8mg	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: 49.3%

Protein: 6.4%

Carbs: 44.3%