Directions Preheat oven to 325°. Line bottom of a greased 8x4-in. loaf pan with parchment; grease parchment. In a large bowl, cream butter and 1 cup sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes ...

Instead of using a Victoria sponge cake recipe, British chef James Martin recommends a more refreshing bake: Madeira cake. This simple sponge is typically free from heavy buttercream fillings and ...

The pound cake dates back to the 1700s. The pound cake is also known by many names such as Madeira Cake, Yellow Cake, or simply Loaf Cake. Although a straightforward recipe, here are a few ...

The TV chef said the Madeira cake was a simple yet refreshing bake with a 'zesty edge'. Free from heavy buttercream fillings and icing layers, the cake has a denser sponge than its Victorian ...

Madeira cakes improve in flavour and texture after one or two days, and so can be made in advance and wrapped tightly in aluminium foil until needed. This cake also freezes well. Madeira cakes are ...

Mix the icing sugar and lemon juice until it has melted. Pour over the warm cake and allow to cool completely in the cake tin. Grease and line a 2lb loaf tin and preheat your oven to 170°C.

For the decorative element of the cake, the presenter of James Martin's Saturday Morning uses candied lemon peel, however this was open to interpretation. While fresh lemon peel was fine to use, it ...

Perfect with a glass of madeira or sherry, madeira cake is so good to have around at Christmas. As it’s denser than the average sponge, it is also perfect for trifle. Preheat the oven to 170C ...

cake is also unlikely to contain additives such as artificial colours or flavours. Bakery products are always high in fat and sugar, and this cake is no exception. If you are watching your weight ...

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