Delicious Cream Tea Cakes Recipe

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Delicious Cream Tea Cakes Recipe
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
45 mins
Total Time:
65mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on February 22, 2024

Indulge in the rich and buttery flavor of cream tea cakes with this simple recipe. These cakes are perfect for a tea party or simply as a sweet treat with your afternoon tea. Savor the delightful taste of these moist and fluffy cakes that are sure to please any dessert lover.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup of all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup of sugar
  • 1/2 cup of butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup of milk
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon of baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon of salt
  • Whipped cream for filling
  • Powdered sugar for dusting

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a muffin tin.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk.
  5. Fill each muffin cup halfway with the batter and bake for 15-18 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  6. Let the cakes cool completely before removing them from the tin.
  7. Once the cakes are cool, slice them in half and fill each with a dollop of whipped cream.
  8. Dust the top of the cakes with powdered sugar before serving.

Interesting Facts

  • Cream tea cakes are a classic English treat typically served with tea during the afternoon.
  • The addition of whipped cream makes these cakes extra decadent and delicious.
  • These cakes can be customized with different fillings such as jam or lemon curd.