Spiced apple & lemon teacake

Indulge in our Spiced Apple & Lemon Teacake! This delightful recipe combines the warmth of cinnamon and the exotic hint of cardamom with the freshness of apples and zesty lemons. Perfectly balanced with rich butter and sweet brown sugar, this teacake is a luscious treat for any occasion. Bring out your inner baker with easy-to-follow steps and impress your family and friends with a moist and flavorful masterpiece!

  • 06 Apr 2025
  • Cook time 60 min
  • Prep time 30 min
  • 8 Servings
  • 10 Ingredients

Spiced apple & lemon teacake

If you're looking for a delightful treat that combines the warmth of spices with the freshness of fruit, this Spiced Apple & Lemon Teacake is the perfect choice. Bursting with flavors of cinnamon and cardamom, and balanced with the zestiness of lemon, this cake is a wonderful accompaniment to an afternoon tea or a cozy dessert.

Ingredients:

1/3 cup brown sugar
72g
1/2 cup butter
110g
2 apples
320g
1 tsp cinnamon
3g
1 cup sugar
200g
5 eggs
250g
2 cups self-raising flour
300g
1 tsp baking soda
5g
1 tsp cardamom
5g
2 lemons
220g

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9-inch (23cm) springform cake pan with parchment paper.
2. Prepare the Apples: Peel, core, and chop the apples into small pieces. Set them aside.
3. Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the 1/2 cup of butter and 1 cup of granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. This should take about 3-5 minutes.
4. Add Eggs: Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Make sure each egg is fully incorporated before adding the next.
5. Zest and Juice the Lemons: Grate the zest of both lemons and add it to the batter. Then, squeeze the lemons to extract their juice and set it aside.
6. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift together the self-raising flour, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and ground cardamom.
7. Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the lemon juice. Begin and end with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined; do not overmix.
8. Add Apples: Gently fold the chopped apples into the batter until they are evenly distributed.
9. Pour and Smooth: Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the surface with a spatula.
10. Top with Brown Sugar: Sprinkle the 1/3 cup of brown sugar evenly over the top of the batter.
11. Bake: Place the cake in the preheated oven and bake for 45-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
12. Cool: Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10-15 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
13. Serve: Once cooled, slice and serve your spiced apple & lemon teacake. Enjoy with a cup of tea or coffee!

Tips:

- Make sure to peel and core the apples before chopping them to ensure they cook evenly and blend seamlessly into the cake.

- Zest the lemons before juicing to maximize the citrus flavor in the cake.

- Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy to ensure a tender crumb in the finished cake.

- Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture to avoid overmixing, which can lead to a dense cake.

- Consider adding a glaze made from lemon juice and powdered sugar for an extra touch of sweetness and tanginess.

There you have it – a delicious Spiced Apple & Lemon Teacake that is sure to impress your family and friends. The harmonious blend of spices and fruit creates a moist, flavorful treat that everyone will love. Serve it warm, with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream, and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size190 grams
Energy
Calories 450kcal22%
Protein
Protein 9g6%
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates 70g20%
Fiber 3.04g8%
Sugar 40g39%
Fat
Fat 16g18%
Saturated 7g25%
Cholesterol 160mg-
Vitamins
Vitamin A 160ug18%
Choline 110mg21%
Vitamin B1 0.15mg13%
Vitamin B2 0.15mg12%
Vitamin B3 0.68mg4%
Vitamin B6 0.06mg4%
Vitamin B9 36ug9%
Vitamin B12 0.32ug13%
Vitamin C 16mg18%
Vitamin E 0.45mg3%
Vitamin K 2.17ug2%
Minerals
Calcium, Ca 45mg4%
Copper, Cu 0.11mg12%
Iron, Fe 1.29mg12%
Magnesium, Mg 22mg5%
Phosphorus, P 120mg10%
Potassium, K 200mg6%
Selenium, Se 18ug32%
Sodium, Na 220mg14%
Zinc, Zn 0.87mg8%
Water
Water 90g-
* 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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