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Easy Golden Syrup Cake Recipe

Golden syrup cake is a classic teatime treat here in the UK and one that has been enjoyed for generations! The golden syrup is what gives this loaf cake its distinctive flavour and moist, sticky texture.
Course Cake
Cuisine British
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 341kcal
Author Beth Sachs

Equipment

  • Kitchen Scales
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Saucepan
  • 2lb Loaf Tin

Ingredients

Metric - US Customary
  • 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.
Nutrition Facts
Easy Golden Syrup Cake Recipe
Amount per Serving
Calories
341
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
8
g
12
%
Saturated Fat
 
1
g
6
%
Cholesterol
 
22
mg
7
%
Sodium
 
17
mg
1
%
Potassium
 
85
mg
2
%
Carbohydrates
 
63
g
21
%
Fiber
 
1
g
4
%
Sugar
 
40
g
44
%
Protein
 
7
g
14
%
Vitamin A
 
67
IU
1
%
Vitamin C
 
7
mg
8
%
Calcium
 
47
mg
5
%
Iron
 
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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