Madeira Cake

26m
Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Prepare four 8 inch tins by greasing them and lining the bottom with greaseproof paper.
  2. 2Sift together 150g of self raising flour and 460g of plain flour.
  3. 3Cream together 610g of softened unsalted butter and 610g of caster sugar in a mixer for 5-6 minutes until pale and fluffy.
  4. 4Add eggs two at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  5. 5Fold in the sifted flour using the lowest speed possible.
  6. 6Add 3tbs of whole milk and 1tsp of vanilla extract.
  7. 7Divide the batter evenly among the prepared tins using one scoop at a time in each tin.
  8. 8Level the batter in each tin using a pallet knife.
  9. 9Bake at 170°C for 24-26 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.

Ingredients

  • 610 g unsalted butter
  • 610 g caster sugar
  • 9 large free-range eggs
  • 150 g self raising flour
  • 460 g plain flour
  • 3 tbs whole milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Equipment

8 inch tinspallet knifemixer