Regency Queen Cakes for Jane Austen’s Afternoon Tea Party

May 06, 2023May 6, 20230 2
Regency Queen Cakes for Jane Austen's Afternoon Tea Party
in Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

450 g self raising flour
450 g sugar
450 g butter
225 g currants
110 g almonds , ground
6 eggs
1 -2 tablespoon rose water
1/4 teaspoon mace
paper , cases

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
Makes around 24 cakes
Calories
210
Sugar
21g
Fat
12g
Regency Queen Cakes are small, sweet cakes that are perfect for afternoon tea parties and gatherings. They originated in England during the 18th century, and they were often served in the afternoon with tea. These cakes gained popularity during the Regency period in England, and were often served at social gatherings and events. They are easy to make, and are perfect for serving at any kind of event or gathering. These cakes are deliciously light and fluffy and are bursting with currants and a subtle almond flavor.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C)
2.Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy
3.Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the rose water
4.Mix the flour and mace together and add this to the butter mixture along with the ground almonds and currants
5.Stir until everything is combined
6.Divide the mixture among the paper cases
7.Bake in the oven for about 25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean
8.Let the cakes cool down and serve them with tea.

PROS

Easy to prepare and make | Can be paired with tea as a light and sweet snack | Classic British flavors

CONS

High in sugar and fat content

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Currants contain fiber and antioxidants while almonds are high in healthy fats, vitamin E and magnesium. However, high sugar and fat content makes it an indulgence rather than a health food.

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