Easy Golden Syrup Cake Recipe
A classic, indulgent golden syrup loaf cake with a rich, buttery flavour and moist texture. Perfect for afternoon tea, warm pudding, or a comforting treat. Easy recipe for beginner bakers.
Servings 8
Calories 341kcal
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Ingredients
- 200 g Golden Syrup
- 100 g Butter
- 100 g Caster Sugar
- 1 Egg
- 150 ml Milk
- 200 g Self Raising Flour
- 1 Lemon zest only
- 3 tablespoon Golden Syrup
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 160°c (140 °fan/ 325°F/ Gas 3) and line a 2lb loaf tin with baking parchment.
- Place the golden syrup, butter and caster sugar in a pan and melt it on a low-medium heat. Remove from the heat and leave to cool for a few minutes.200 g Golden Syrup, 100 g Butter, 100 g Caster Sugar
- In a small jug, whisk together the egg and milk and then beat it into the cooled syrup mixture.1 Egg, 150 ml Milk
- Mix in the flour and lemon zest. You may want to use a whisk to make sure the batter is as smooth as possible (don't worry if a few small lumps remain).200 g Self Raising Flour, 1 Lemon
- Pour the batter into the tin and bake for 50 minutes to 1 hour (until a skewer comes out clean). Immediately brush the top of the loaf cake with the extra golden syrup glaze and leave to cool completely.3 tablespoon Golden Syrup
Notes
The nutritional information provided is approximate and is calculated using online tools. Information can vary depending on various factors, but we have endeavoured to be as accurate as possible.
Nutritional Information (Approximate)
Calories: 341kcal | Carbohydrates: 63g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 22mg | Sodium: 17mg | Potassium: 85mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 40g | Vitamin A: 67IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 47mg | Iron: 1mg
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