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Easy Fluffy Tea Cake Recipe: Perfect for Any Occasion

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Easy Fluffy Tea Cake Recipe: Perfect for Any Occasion

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Easy Fluffy Tea Cake Recipe: Perfect for Any Occasion

Name: Easy Fluffy Tea Cake Recipe: Perfect for Any Occasion
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 8
Cuisine: International Home Baking
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups All-purpose flour (Sifted); 1 cup Granulated sugar (For the cake batter); 1/2 cup Unsalted butter (Softened, room temperature); 2 units Large eggs (Room temperature); 1/2 cup Milk (Any type, room temperature); 1 1/2 teaspoons Baking powder; 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract (Pure vanilla extract for best flavor); 1/4 teaspoon Salt

Learn how to bake a delicious and fluffy tea cake with this easy-to-follow tutorial. Perfect for enjoying with your favorite hot beverage, this classic cake is simple to make and always a crowd-pleaser. Follow along for step-by-step instructions, baking tips, and a delightful treat.

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Ingredients for the Tea Cake

Recipe Information

15m

Prep Time

30m

Cook Time

45m

Total Time

Servings

Easy

International Home Baking

English

Nutrition (per serving)

280

Calories

Protein

38g

Carbs

13g

Fat

Mixing the Cake Batter

Ingredients

All-purpose flour
(Sifted)
1 cups
Granulated sugar
(For the cake batter)
1 cup

Unsalted butter
(Softened, room temperature)
1 cup
Large eggs
(Room temperature)
2 units
Milk
(Any type, room temperature)
1 cup
Baking powder
1 teaspoons
Vanilla extract
(Pure vanilla extract for best flavor)
1 teaspoon

Salt
1 teaspoon

Servings: 8

💡 Tip: Check off ingredients as you add them to keep track of your progress!

Golden Baked Tea Cake

Instructions

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Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease and flour a 9-inch round baking pan or line with parchment paper.
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Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease and flour a 9-inch round baking pan or line with parchment paper.
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Properly preparing the pan prevents sticking and ensures easy removal of the cake.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
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Sifting dry ingredients ensures a lump-free batter and an even rise.

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In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
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In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
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Creaming well incorporates air, making the cake light and tender.
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Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
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Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
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Adding eggs gradually ensures better emulsion and a smoother batter.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined, do not overmix.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined, do not overmix.
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Overmixing can lead to a tough cake, so mix only until no dry streaks remain.

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Pour the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan. Gently tap the pan on the counter to release any air bubbles.
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Pour the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan. Gently tap the pan on the counter to release any air bubbles.
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Even distribution of batter helps the cake bake uniformly.
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Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean. The cake should be golden brown.
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Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean. The cake should be golden brown.
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Avoid opening the oven door too early, as it can cause the cake to sink.
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Let the cake cool in the pan on a wire rack for 10 minutes, then invert it onto the rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.
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Let the cake cool in the pan on a wire rack for 10 minutes, then invert it onto the rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.
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Cooling completely prevents the cake from breaking and ensures a better texture.

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Easy Fluffy Tea Cake Recipe: Perfect for Any Occasion

Easy Fluffy Tea Cake Recipe: Perfect for Any Occasion

Recipe Information

Ingredients

All-purpose flour(Sifted)

Granulated sugar(For the cake batter)

Unsalted butter(Softened, room temperature)

Large eggs(Room temperature)

Milk(Any type, room temperature)

Baking powder

Vanilla extract(Pure vanilla extract for best flavor)

Salt

Servings: 8

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease and flour a 9-inch round baking pan or line with parchment paper.Preview5mPreviewPreheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease and flour a 9-inch round baking pan or line with parchment paper.5m

In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.Preview2mPreviewIn a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.2m

In a large bowl, using an electric mixer, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.Preview5mPreviewIn a large bowl, using an electric mixer, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.5m

Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.Preview3mPreviewBeat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.3m

Pour the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan. Gently tap the pan on the counter to release any air bubbles.Preview2mPreviewPour the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan. Gently tap the pan on the counter to release any air bubbles.2m

Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean. The cake should be golden brown.Preview30mPreviewBake for 25-30 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean. The cake should be golden brown.30m

Let the cake cool in the pan on a wire rack for 10 minutes, then invert it onto the rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.Preview15mPreviewLet the cake cool in the pan on a wire rack for 10 minutes, then invert it onto the rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.15m

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All-purpose flour
(Sifted)

Granulated sugar
(For the cake batter)

Unsalted butter
(Softened, room temperature)

Large eggs
(Room temperature)

Milk
(Any type, room temperature)

Vanilla extract
(Pure vanilla extract for best flavor)

Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease and flour a 9-inch round baking pan or line with parchment paper.
Preview
5m
Preview
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease and flour a 9-inch round baking pan or line with parchment paper.
5m

In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
Preview
2m
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
2m

Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Preview
3m
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Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
3m

Pour the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan. Gently tap the pan on the counter to release any air bubbles.
Preview
2m
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Pour the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan. Gently tap the pan on the counter to release any air bubbles.
2m

Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean. The cake should be golden brown.
Preview
30m
Preview
Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean. The cake should be golden brown.
30m

Let the cake cool in the pan on a wire rack for 10 minutes, then invert it onto the rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.
Preview
15m
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Let the cake cool in the pan on a wire rack for 10 minutes, then invert it onto the rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.
15m