Somerset cider cake recipe

Somerset Cider Cake 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.
Looking for a delightful treat that perfectly captures the essence of Somerset? Look no further than this mouthwatering Somerset cider cake recipe. This traditional English cake is infused with the rich flavors of local cider, creating a unique and irresistible dessert. With its moist texture and subtle hints of apple and cinnamon, this cake is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. So grab your apron and get ready to indulge in a slice of pure Somerset delight!

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somerset cider cake recipe details

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Ingredients

250 ml	cider
430 g	butter
340 g	caster sugar
3	eggs
430 g	sultanas
430 g	flour
2 ½ tbsp	baking powder
2 tbsp	mixed spices
340 g	apples, peeled, cored and finely diced
250 g	soft butter

Instructions

In a large bowl, combine the cider and the sultanas. Cover and allow to stand over night.

Preheat the oven to 190°C. In a bowl, cream together the butter and the sugar. Beat in the eggs, one at a time. Sift in the baking powder and the flour. Mix in the spices, the cider with the sultanas and the apples.

Put the mixture into a cake form and bake for 90-110 minutes. The cake is ready, when a skewer inserted in the centre comes out clean.

Preparation time:
ca. 15 min
Cooking / Baking Time:
ca. 1 hr 40 min
Resting time:
ca. 12 hrs
Grade of difficulty:
easy
Calories per portion:
n/a