Introduction

Tea cakes are like sweet buns with dried fruits such as dried currants, usually served toasted and buttered with a cup of tea. Traditional English tea cakes are served warm with a generous amount of butter and are a delicious combination of flavours such as cinnamon, dried fruits and butter, which perfectly elevates the taste of tea. This tradition of English tea cakes started years ago, and till today it is served in most places as a breakfast or mid-morning snack. These tea cakes are served everywhere in England and in some parts of Yorkshire as the necessary part of their tea. This blog will tell you some easiest recipes to bake yummy tea cakes at home to enjoy with your tea.

These Traditional English fruity tea cakes are easy to bake and will make your tea time special.

• Milk: 1 cup (236 ml)
• Dried yeast: 2 teaspoons
• Sugar: 4 tablespoons
• All-purpose flour: 3 ½ cups (455 g)
• Dried Currants: 1 cup (128 g)
• Eggs: 2 (beaten)
• Salt: 1 teaspoon
• All spice: 1 teaspoon
• Ground Cinnamon: 1 teaspoon
• Ground Ginger: ¼ teaspoon
• Unsalted Butter: 6 tablespoons (Melted)

• Prep Time: 1 hour, 30 minutes
• Baking Time: 20 minutes

Step 1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).

Step 2. Whisk together the flour, baking powder, spices, currants and salt in a medium-sized mixing bowl. Mix until well combined.

Step 3. Mix yeast and sugar in a separate bowl with slightly warm milk. Let it the mixture for 4-6 minutes until you see small bubbles appear in the mixture.

Step 4. Add beaten eggs and a mixture of milk, sugar and yeast to the bowl of dry ingredients and mix it well until all the ingredients all mixed together to form a dough.

Step 5. Form the dough and knead for about 5 minutes until the dough is smooth without lumps and is properly elastic.

Step 6. Take a bowl, oil the surface slightly, place the dough on the oiled surface and cover it. Let the dough set in a warm place for about 40-45 minutes.

Step 7. Check if the dough has risen enough; once you are sure, knead your dough lightly until it is smooth.

Step 8. Divide your dough into smaller equal balls, giving it the shape of a bun.

Step 9. Brush your buns with milk and bake them for 18-20 minutes until they turn golden brown.

• Use room-temperature eggs and butter for a smoother batter.
• Sift the flour before adding it to the batter to prevent lumps.
• Don’t overmix the batter, or the cake will become hard.
• To make the cake more flavourful, you can add lemon zest, cinnamon, or nutmeg to the batter.
• Serve the tea cake warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a decadent dessert.

In conclusion, making a tea cake at home is a simple and satisfying process. With just a few basic ingredients and careful mixing, you can create a delicious treat perfect for sharing with friends and family over a cup of tea.

• All-purpose flour: 1 1/2 cups
• Baking powder: 1 teaspoon
• Baking Soda: 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt: 1/4 teaspoon
• Unsalted Butter: 1/2 cup (at room temperature)
• Sugar: 1/2 cup (granulated)
• Eggs: 2 (beaten)
• Sour Cream: 1/2 cup
• Vanilla Extract: 1 teaspoon
• Chocolate Chips: 1 cup (semisweet)

Step 1. Set your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius) and spray nonstick cooking spray in a 9-inch loaf pan.

Step 2. In a medium mixing bowl, thoroughly mix together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

Step 3. With an electric mixer, beat the butter and sugar in a separate bowl until they are light and fluffy.

Step 4. Add the eggs one at a time, thoroughly combining between additions.

Step 5. Alternately add the sour cream and flour mixture to the butter mixture while mixing until just blended. Don’t overmix the cake; otherwise, it will turn out hard.

Step 6. Add the chocolate chips and a little bit of vanilla extract.

Step 7. Add the batter to the loaf pan that has been prepared and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 8. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the centre of the cake comes out clean.

Step 9. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10-15 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack.

Serve the chocolate chip tea cake with a cup of tea for a delightful afternoon snack.

• For an extra chocolatey flavour, you can add cocoa powder to the batter.
• Sprinkle some extra chocolate chips on top of the cake batter before baking for an extra special treat.

In conclusion, this chocolate chip tea cake recipe is a great twist on the classic tea cake. With its rich chocolate flavour and fluffy texture, it’s sure to be a hit with chocolate lovers. Enjoy it warm or at room temperature with a cup of tea for a delicious treat.

In summary, whether you prefer a classic tea cake or a chocolate chip variation, both recipes are easy to make and will satisfy your sweet tooth. Perfect for an afternoon tea break, these tea cakes are delicious, comforting, and a great way to indulge in some homemade baked goods. So give them a try and enjoy the delightful taste of freshly baked tea cake with your loved ones.