Delightful Dolly Varden Cake
Are you ready to discover something new and delicious? Look no further than Dolly Varden Cake, an incredibly indulgent cake that’s sure to get your mouth watering! Derived from a traditional Scottish sponge cake, it’s a delightful twist on an old classic. Plus, it’s so easy to prepare!
Ingredients
- 2 cups plain flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 cup caster sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground ginger
- 2 eggs, lightly beaten
- 3/4 cup milk
- 4 tablespoons melted butter or margarine
- 2 tablespoons strawberry jam
- 4 tablespoons strawberry glacé icing, for decoration
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and line an 8-inch cake tin.
- In a large bowl, sift together the flour and baking powder.
- Stir in the sugar and ground ginger.
- Add the eggs, milk and melted butter or margarine and mix well until smooth.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared tin and spread out evenly.
- Bake in the oven for 30-35 minutes, until a skewer inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the tin for about 10 minutes before turning out onto a cooling rack.
- Spread the jam over the cake, then sprinkle with the glacé icing to decorate.
This delightful Dolly Varden Cake is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth! Packed full of delicious flavors that offer a unique twist on traditional cake recipes, even the most discerning epicurean will find themselves savoring every bite. The strawberry jam and ground ginger give it a flavorful punch and the strawberry glacé icing ties all the flavors together.
So if you’re looking for something elaborate to impress your family and friends, give this delightful dessert a try! With its mix of both modern and traditional baking elements, everyone will definitely enjoy your tasty concoction.
