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Regency Queen Cakes For Jane Austen's Afternoon Tea Party Recipe

Transport yourself to a Jane Austen novel with these exquisite Regency Queen Cakes! Perfect for afternoon tea, these delightful individual cakes are studded with juicy currants, fragrant rosewater, and crunchy almonds. A beloved family recipe, these easy-to-make cakes are a delicious treat with a cuppa or a delightful addition to any lunchbox. Their origins remain a mystery, but their regal flavor is undeniable – fit for a queen indeed! This recipe yields approximately 24-30 cakes, and freezes beautifully, so feel free to double the batch! Inspired by medieval flavors and perfected for the Regency era, these cakes offer a taste of history.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 734 kcal
Protein 22g
Rating 5.0 (3 Reviews)
Regency Queen Cakes For Jane Austen's Afternoon Tea Party

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How to Make Regency Queen Cakes For Jane Austen's Afternoon Tea Party

  1. Preheat oven to 190°C (375°F), Gas Mark 5.
  2. Sift together 225g self-raising flour and 1/4 teaspoon ground mace.
  3. In a separate bowl, lightly beat 4 large eggs.
  4. Melt 110g unsalted butter and let cool slightly.
  5. In a large bowl, beat together the eggs, 1 teaspoon rosewater, and the cooled melted butter.
  6. Make a well in the center of the flour mixture.
  7. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing gently until just combined.
  8. Fold in 100g currants, 150g caster sugar, and 50g ground almonds.
  9. Fill paper-lined muffin tins or a well-buttered muffin tin about 2/3 full.
  10. Bake for 15-25 minutes, or until golden brown and a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  11. Let cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  12. (Optional) Glaze with a simple icing made from powdered sugar and a little milk or lemon juice. Serve with elegant china and freshly brewed English tea!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

14 g

Sugar

203g

Fat

102g

Carbs

29g

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