Here’s a simple and delicious recipe for a soft and spongy teatime milk cake that’s perfect for your next tea break!
Soft & Spongy Teatime Milk Cake Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1 cup milk (whole or 2% milk works best)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup milk powder (optional, for extra richness)
- 1/4 cup chopped nuts (optional, for garnish)
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.
- Prepare the Batter:
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and milk powder (if using).
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk. Start and end with the dry ingredients, mixing just until combined.
- Pour and Bake:
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- If using, sprinkle the chopped nuts on top of the batter.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool: Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Serve: Once cooled, you can serve the milk cake as is or dust it with powdered sugar for a touch of sweetness.
Enjoy your soft and spongy teatime milk cake with a nice cup of tea or coffee!
