If you’re looking for a simple traditional British cake, this Midweek Madeira Cake is perfect. Light, buttery, and gently sweet, Madeira cake is a classic treat often served with afternoon tea in the UK.

This recipe is ideal for a quick midweek bake, using simple ingredients that most kitchens already have. The result is a moist loaf cake with a soft crumb and a delicate vanilla flavor.

If you enjoy traditional British baking, you’ll find many more recipes like this in the London Oven Cookbook — British Baking for American Kitchens.

Why You’ll Love This Madeira Cake

• Quick and simple recipe
• Classic British tea cake
• Perfect with tea or coffee
• Made with everyday pantry ingredients
• Great beginner baking recipe

This cake is called a “midweek cake” in many British homes because it’s easy enough to make without waiting for a special occasion.

Ingredients

Self-Raising Flour Substitute

If you don’t have self-raising flour, you can easily make it:

• 1½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1½ teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt

Cake Batter

• ½ cup butter (1 stick)
• 2 eggs
• ½ cup icing sugar (confectioners sugar)
• ½ cup milk
• 2 teaspoons vanilla

Serves: 8 slices

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until smooth.
3. Add the eggs and vanilla, mixing well.
4. Add the self-raising flour mixture and milk, then mix until smooth.
5. Pour the batter into a lined loaf tin.
6. Bake for 45 minutes, or until golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Allow the cake to cool slightly before slicing.

Tips for the Perfect Madeira Cake

• Use room-temperature butter for smoother mixing.
• Do not overmix the batter once the flour is added.
• A loaf pan gives the traditional Madeira cake shape.
• Serve slightly warm for the best flavor.

Serving Suggestions

Madeira cake is traditionally served with:

• Afternoon tea
• Coffee
• Fresh berries
• Light dusting of powdered sugar

In Britain, this cake is often enjoyed during afternoon tea or casual family gatherings.

What Is Madeira Cake?

Despite the name, Madeira cake does not contain Madeira wine. The cake was historically served with Madeira wine in 19th-century Britain, which is how it got its name.

It remains one of the most beloved classic British tea cakes.

Love This Recipe?

This recipe is just one of many traditional bakes from the London Oven Cookbook.

Inside the book you’ll discover:

• Classic British comfort recipes
• Traditional tea cakes and desserts
• Simple recipes adapted for American kitchens

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