Classic Moist Sultana Cake Recipe
There is nothing quite like a slice of homemade cake to bring warmth and comfort to your home. This Classic Sultana Cake is an absolute delight—rich, buttery, and packed with sweet dried grapes in every single bite. Whether you are hosting afternoon tea or looking for a comforting treat that your family will surely love, this simple butter cake recipe is guaranteed to become a household favorite.
Ingredients:
- All-purpose flour: 250g
- Dried grapes (Sultanas): 100g (plus a few extra for topping)
- Sugar: 250g
- Margarine: 250g
- Eggs: 4
- Milk: ¼ cup
- Baking powder: 2 tsp
- Vanilla extract: 1 tsp
Step-by-Step Instructions:
- Begin by combining the baking powder with the all-purpose flour. Mix well and set it aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the sugar and margarine together until the mixture becomes super soft, light, and creamy.
- Add the eggs one by one, beating thoroughly after each addition to ensure a smooth, emulsified batter.
- Gradually incorporate the flour mixture into the butter batter little by little, beating gently on a low speed. Adding the flour in small increments helps it blend seamlessly without overworking the batter.
- Pour in the milk and vanilla extract, mixing until just combined.
- Gently fold in the dried grapes (sultanas) so they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Pour the batter into your prepared baking pan. Add some extra dried grapes on top of the cake batter to give it a gorgeous, bakery-style finish.
- Bake in a pre-heated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 35 to 40 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove the cake from the oven, let it cool completely in the pan, then gently transfer it out. Cut into generous pieces and enjoy!
