Ann Davies’ Cake is a delightful treat, perfect for any occasion. With a combination of rich currants, buttery goodness, and a hint of spices, the cake is sure to impress your friends and family. We’ll walk through the simple steps to create something truly special.
When it comes to the ingredients, using high-quality butter and lard can significantly enhance the flavor and texture of the cake. If you’re looking for substitutions, you might consider using all butter or a butter-flavored shortening instead of lard. For those with allergies, be sure to check the sources of your currants, as they can sometimes be processed with allergens. And remember, always sift your flour for a lighter cake texture.
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Ann Davies’ Cake Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lbs plain flour
- 1 1/2 lbs currants
- 1 lb sugar
- 1/4 lb butter
- 1/2 lb lard
- 1/2 pint milk
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg, grated
- 1/2 teaspoon mixed spice
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Sift together the plain flour, sugar, nutmeg, mixed spice, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl, ensuring everything is well combined.
- In a separate bowl, rub the butter and lard into the dry ingredients until it resembles fine breadcrumbs.
- Gently fold in the currants until evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
- Make a well in the center of the dry mixture and pour in the beaten eggs, mixing well.
- Gradually add the milk, stirring until the batter reaches a fairly soft consistency. Avoid overmixing to keep the cake light.
- Grease two cake tins generously with butter or lard to prevent sticking.
- Divide the cake mixture equally between the two prepared tins, smoothing the tops.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 1 1/2 hours, or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
Part of our Homemade Cake Recipes collection — Part 1 of 6:
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