Description
Irish Tea Cake is a light and slightly sweet traditional cake, perfect for pairing with tea or coffee. Made with simple pantry staples, this soft and airy cake has a delicate vanilla flavor. Enjoy it plain, dusted with powdered sugar, or topped with berries and whipped cream. Ideal for an afternoon treat, tea party, or light dessert!
Ingredients
Ingredients
- ½ cup butter (softened)
- 1 cup white sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup milk
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
- Cream butter and sugar in a mixing bowl until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
- Combine dry ingredients (flour, baking powder, salt) in a separate bowl.
- Alternately add dry ingredients and milk to the wet mixture, starting and ending with the flour. Mix until just combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared cake pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
- For a citrusy twist, add lemon or orange zest.
- A pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg adds warmth.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Irish
