Queen Cakes

Queen Cakes are a traditional British tea cake made with dried fruit, spices, and almond paste. They are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion.

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Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup dried fruit, such as raisins, currants, or chopped apricots
• 1/2 cup almond paste
• 1 cup milk

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2. Grease and flour two 9-inch round baking pans.
3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
6. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients alternately with the milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients.
7. Fold in the dried fruit and almond paste.
8. Divide the batter between the prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. Let cool completely before frosting.

FAQ

Q: What is a Queen Cake?

A Queen Cake is a traditional British tea cake made with dried fruit, spices, and almond paste.

Q: Why should make Queen Cakes?

There are many reasons to make Queen Cakes. They are delicious, easy to make, and versatile. They are also a great way to impress your guests.

Q: How do make Queen Cakes?

To make Queen Cakes, you will need the following ingredients:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup dried fruit, such as raisins, currants, or chopped apricots
• 1/2 cup almond paste
• 1 cup milk

To make the cakes, follow these steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2. Grease and flour two 9-inch round baking pans.
3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
6. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients alternately with the milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients.
7. Fold in the dried fruit and almond paste.
8. Divide the batter between the prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. Let cool completely before frosting.

Pros

• Delicious
• Easy to make
• Versatile
• A great way to impress your guests

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