Richmond cakes recipe

Richmond Cakes recipe

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In this blog post I will guide you thru the steps and ingredients needed to craft this recipe. Grab your favorite apron and let's start.
The Richmond cakes recipe is a delightful treat that originated in Richmond, Virginia. These cakes are known for their rich and moist texture, making them a favorite among cake lovers. With a perfect balance of flavors, this recipe combines ingredients like butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract to create a delectable dessert. Whether it's for a special occasion or simply to satisfy your sweet tooth, these Richmond cakes are sure to impress.

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Richmond cakes recipe details

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Ingredients

85 g	unsalted butter, softened
60 g	brown sugar
60 g	treacle
½ tsp	ground ginger
½ tsp	mixed spice
125 g	plain flour
1 tsp	lemon zest
30 g	cornflour
2 large	eggs
2 tbsp	dessicated coconut
1 tsp	baking powder

Instructions

Makes 8 ‘generously sized’ cupcakes.

Preheat oven to Gas Mark 4, 180°C, 350°F.

Grease a cupcake tray or use a baking tray and cupcake cases.

Beat the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. Add the treacle, spices and lemon zest and mix well. Sieve the flours together and add them to the batter some at a time alternating with the eggs.

Beat the mixture well until bubbles start to appear and then stir in the coconut and baking powder. Spoon into the cups or cases until about three quarters full.

Bake for 15-20 minutes until lightly browned and they feel springy to the touch.

Place the tins on a wire rack to cool and remove from the cups when comfortable to handle.

Preparation time:
ca. 20 min
Grade of difficulty:
medium
Calories per portion:
n/a