British cuisine
Madeira Cake
Indulge in the rich, moist layers of our Madeira Cake, a British classic reimagined for gluten-free and blood-sugar friendly diets.
Our Madeira Cake is a sophisticated dessert that marries traditional flavors with modern dietary needs. Its tender crumb and subtle sweetness make it perfect for tea time or as an elegant finish to any meal.
Method
- 1
Pre-heat the oven to 180C/350F/Gas 4. Grease an 18cm/7in round cake tin, line the base with greaseproof paper and grease the paper.
- 2
Cream the butter and sugar together in a bowl until pale and fluffy. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, beating the mixture well between each one and adding a tablespoon of the flour with the last egg to prevent the mixture curdling.
- 3
Sift the flour and gently fold in, with enough milk to give a mixture that falls slowly from the spoon. Fold in the lemon zest.
- 4
Spoon the mixture into the prepared tin and lightly level the top. Bake on the middle shelf of the oven for 30-40 minutes, or until golden-brown on top and a skewer inserted into the centre comes out clean.
- 5
Remove from the oven and set aside to cool in the tin for 10 minutes, then turn it out on to a wire rack and leave to cool completely.
- 6
To serve, decorate the cake with the candied peel.
FAQ
Is «Madeira Cake» gluten-free?
It may contain gluten — check the ingredients and pick gluten-free alternatives.
How many calories and carbs are in a serving of «Madeira Cake»?
One serving has 1124 kcal, 122.4 g carbs, 20.1 g protein and 61.8 g fat. The recipe makes 3 servings.
Is «Madeira Cake» suitable for gestational diabetes (GDM)?
High carb load. Carb load: высокая. This is not medical advice — with GDM, check with your doctor and glucose meter.