Courting Cake Recipe
๐ Total Time: 50 minutes
๐ฅ Servings: 16
๐ฅฃ Category: Dessert
๐ Keywords: Grains, Fruit, Scottish, Welsh, European, Kid Friendly, Potluck, < 60 Mins, For Large Groups, Oven, Refrigerator, Inexpensive
Description:
This delightful Courting Cake is a perfect summer indulgence, ideal for utilizing slightly bruised or over-ripe strawberries or stretching a few strawberries to serve a larger crowd. Originating from the north of England, it bears a romantic history, traditionally crafted by young girls for their betrotheds, hence the charming name.
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1/2 cup caster sugar
- 4 eggs
- 3/4 cup self-raising flour
- 2-3 tablespoons milk
- 10 large strawberries
- 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
- Confectioners’ sugar for dusting
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 320.3
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Cholesterol: 109.2mg
- Sodium: 377.4mg
- Carbohydrates: 31.8g
- Fiber: 0.9g
- Sugar: 15g
- Protein: 4.3g
Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 190ยฐC/375ยฐF.
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Prepare cake tins: Grease and line the bases of three 7-inch round cake tins.
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Cream butter and sugar: In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and caster sugar until pale and fluffy.
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Add eggs: Gradually add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
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Fold in flour: Gently fold in the self-raising flour, then add enough milk to achieve a soft dropping consistency.
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Divide batter: Evenly divide the mixture between the prepared cake tins.
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Bake: Place the tins in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cakes are well risen and firm to the touch. Swap the positions of the top and bottom cakes halfway through baking for even cooking.
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Cool: Once baked, remove the cakes from the oven and transfer them to a wire rack to cool.
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Whip cream: In a separate bowl, whip the heavy whipping cream until it just holds its shape.
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Assemble: Sandwich the cooled cakes together with the whipped cream and sliced strawberries, reserving a few for decoration.
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Decorate: Dust the top of the cake with confectioners’ sugar and garnish with the reserved strawberries.
Enjoy!
Slice and serve this delightful Courting Cake to your family and friends, relishing in its romantic history and summery flavors. Perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a picnic in the park or a cozy gathering at home!
