Sunshine’s lemon cream tea loaf

Sunshine's lemon cream tea loaf recipe pinit

The lemon cream tea loaf is a popular treat enjoyed during afternoon tea in many British households.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 90 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 45 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 1 hr 30 mins
Servings: 8 Calories: 2560
Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a loaf pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a separate large bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the lemon zest and lemon juice.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the heavy cream, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  7. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Remove from the oven and let the loaf cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
  9. Transfer the loaf to a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. Once cooled, dust the top with powdered sugar.
  11. Slice and serve.
Nutrition Facts

Servings 8


Amount Per Serving
Calories 320kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 15g24%
Total Carbohydrate 42g15%
Sugars 25g
Protein 4g8%

* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.

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