Shell cakes

Discover a delightful Shell Cakes recipe featuring a perfect blend of butter, vanilla extract, sugar, eggs, and a mix of self-raising and white rice flour. These light and fluffy treats are complemented with a touch of milk, creating a deliciously airy texture that's perfect for any occasion. Easy to bake and ever so delicious, these shell cakes are sure to become a family favorite!

  • 11 Apr 2025
  • Cook time 12 min
  • Prep time 20 min
  • 4 Servings
  • 7 Ingredients

Shell cakes

Shell cakes are a delightful and visually appealing treat perfect for any occasion. These light and fluffy pastries owe their unique shape to shell-shaped molds, adding an extra touch of charm to your dessert table. In this recipe, you'll learn how to make these delicious cakes using simple ingredients, resulting in a batch of baked goods that everyone will love.

Ingredients:

1/3 cup butter
70g
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
2g
1/2 cup sugar
100g
2 eggs
100g
1/2 cup self-raising flour
72g
2 tbsp white rice flour
30g
1/3 cup milk (1% fat)
80g

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a shell-shaped madeleine pan or a regular muffin pan with butter or non-stick spray.
2. Mix Wet Ingredients:
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the melted butter and vanilla extract. Next, add the sugar and whisk until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
3. Add Eggs:
Add eggs one at a time to the mixture, beating well after each addition until fully incorporated. This process ensures a light and airy batter.
4. Combine Dry and Wet Ingredients:
In a separate bowl, sift together the self-raising flour and white rice flour. Gradually fold this dry mixture into the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Start and finish with the flour mixture.
5. Prepare the Pan:
Spoon the batter into the prepared pan, filling each mold about two-thirds full. Tap the pan gently on the counter to remove any air bubbles and ensure even distribution.
6. Bake:
Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean.
7. Cool and Serve:
Let the shell cakes cool in the pan for a few minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely. Dust with powdered sugar, if desired, and enjoy!

Tips:

- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature before starting, as this helps them to combine more easily and evenly.

- Don't overfill the molds to avoid the batter spilling over and losing the shell shape.

- To add an extra flavor dimension, consider incorporating lemon zest or almond extract into the batter.

- Dust the finished shell cakes with powdered sugar or dip the tips in melted chocolate for an elegant presentation.

With their charming shape and delightful taste, shell cakes are a wonderful addition to any dessert spread. Follow this simple recipe to create batch after batch of these delicious treats. Don't forget to get creative with your flavors and presentation to make your shell cakes truly unique and memorable.

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size110 grams
Energy
Calories 370kcal19%
Protein
Protein 7g4%
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates 45g13%
Fiber 0.60g2%
Sugar 27g26%
Fat
Fat 18g21%
Saturated 9g31%
Cholesterol 150mg-
Vitamins
Vitamin A 190ug22%
Choline 90mg17%
Vitamin B1 0.09mg8%
Vitamin B2 0.14mg11%
Vitamin B3 0.41mg3%
Vitamin B6 0.03mg2%
Vitamin B9 24ug6%
Vitamin B12 0.38ug16%
Vitamin C 0.00mg0%
Vitamin E 0.27mg2%
Vitamin K 1.42ug1%
Minerals
Calcium, Ca 45mg4%
Copper, Cu 0.06mg6%
Iron, Fe 0.68mg6%
Magnesium, Mg 14mg3%
Phosphorus, P 100mg8%
Potassium, K 100mg3%
Selenium, Se 13ug23%
Sodium, Na 44mg3%
Zinc, Zn 0.72mg7%
Water
Water 44g-
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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