Description
Bake a classic, wonderfully firm yet tender Madeira cake with a delicate lemon aroma. This easy-to-follow recipe guarantees a moist, perfectly balanced treat every time.
Ingredients
- 200g (7 oz) unsalted butter, softened
- 200g (7 oz) granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- 250g (9 oz) self-raising flour, sifted
- Zest of 1 lemon (optional, but recommended)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- 1. Prepare: Preheat oven to 160°C (325°F). Grease and line a 20cm (8-inch) round cake tin. Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature.
- 2. Cream: In a large bowl, cream softened butter and sugar until pale and fluffy (3-5 minutes with an electric mixer).
- 3. Add Eggs: Beat in eggs one at a time, incorporating fully after each. Stir in lemon zest.
- 4. Fold: Gently fold in the sifted self-raising flour until just combined. Do not overmix.
- 5. Bake: Pour batter into the prepared tin. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
- 6. Cool: Let cool in the tin for 10-15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 50-60 mins