Fruity Teacake

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 12

Scrumptious Fruity Teacake recipe to satisfy your sweet cravings

by The Chefin Baked Goods

Prep

20 min

Cook

45-50 min

Ready In

1 hr 10 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

8-10

Calories

294

Sugar

23g

Fat

The Fruity Teacake is a classic English cake that's perfect for afternoon tea. It's made with mixed dried berries that are soaked in hot tea to make them juicy and flavorful. The cake is moist and light, with a lovely fruity aroma. The orange zest and juice give the cake a refreshing citrus flavor that's perfect with a cup of tea. This cake is easy to make and is perfect for sharing with family and friends.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
2.	In a bowl, soak the mixed dried berries in hot tea for 15 minutes to plump them up.
3.	Zest the orange and add to the bowl of berries, then juice the orange and add the juice to the bowl too.
4.	In a separate bowl, cream together the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg.
5.	Fold in the flour and berry mixture until well combined.
6.	Spoon the mixture into the cake pan and smooth out the top.
7.	Sprinkle the demerara sugar over the top of the cake.
8.	Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
9.	Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

PROS

The Fruity Teacake is a delicious and healthy alternative to heavier desserts.

The cake is packed with mixed dried berries and has a lovely, moist texture.

It’s perfect for a guilt-free sweet treat with your afternoon tea.

CONS

This cake is not very sweet, so it might not be everyone’s cup of tea.

It’s also not a low-calorie option, but the health benefits of the fruit make up for it.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The Fruity Teacake is a healthy dessert option, as it’s packed with antioxidant-rich mixed dried berries.
Berries are also a great source of vitamins and fiber, which can help boost your immune system and improve digestion.
The orange zest and juice add a refreshing citrus flavor and vitamin C, which can help reduce inflammation and protect against diseases.

	10 ounces mixed dried berries
	8 ounces hot tea
	1 orange
	2 ounces butter , softened
	4 ounces light brown sugar
	1 egg
	8 ounces self-raising flour
	4 tablespoons demerara sugar