Sherry Cake (or Sand Cake)

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 2

Delicious Sherry Cake recipe for dessert time

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

60 min

Ready In

80 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

365

Sugar

27g

Fat

20g

Sherry Cake, also known as Sand Cake, is a classic dessert in many countries, especially in Europe. This cake is typically made with sanding sugar, which gives it a crunchy texture, but this recipe uses caster sugar instead. The use of sherry wine in this cake adds a delicate flavor that pairs well with the other ingredients. The ground almonds and rice flour give this cake a unique texture that's irresistible to anyone with a sweet tooth. Sherry Cake is perfect for special occasions or for when you want to indulge in something sweet and delicious. Serve it with tea or coffee for the ultimate dessert experience.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 325°F and grease a 9-inch cake pan.
2.	In a mixing bowl, cream together the margarine and sugar until light and fluffy.
3.	Beat in the eggs, one at a time, and then stir in the sherry wine.
4.	In separate bowl, sift together the self-raising flour and rice flour.
5.	Stir the ground almonds into the flour mixture.
6.	Fold the flour mixture into the wet ingredients until well combined.
7.	Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
8.	Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack.
9.	Serve and enjoy!

PROS

This cake is rich and flavorful, with a moist crumb and a subtle sherry flavor.

It’s perfect for dessert time and can be enjoyed on its own or with whipped cream and fruit.

CONS

This cake is high in calories and fat, so it should be enjoyed in moderation and as part of a balanced diet.

The use of margarine instead of butter may affect the taste and texture of the cake.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This cake is not particularly healthy, but it can be enjoyed as an occasional treat in moderation.
The ground almonds in this recipe are a good source of healthy fats and protein, while the rice flour is a gluten-free alternative to wheat flour.

	8 ounces margarine
	8 ounces caster sugar
	3 eggs
	2 ounces self-raising flour
	2 ounces ground almonds
	6 ounces rice flour
	1 tablespoon sherry wine