{"id":1768278,"date":"2022-05-03T16:03:33","date_gmt":"2022-05-03T16:03:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/madeira-cake\/"},"modified":"2024-09-20T21:34:12","modified_gmt":"2024-09-21T02:34:12","slug":"madeira-cake","status":"publish","type":"recipe","link":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/madeira-cake\/","title":{"rendered":"Madeira Cake"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Madeira cake, traditional in British or Irish fare, is similar to a sponge or butter cake. As such, it truly shines when served with fresh berries, a dollop of homemade whipped cream and, of course, a cup of tea. This Madeira cake recipe calls for just over a handful of ingredients, it can be made in under an hour, start to finish, and it&#8217;s versatile enough to customize. Read on to learn the simple steps to making a Madeira cake of your own.<\/p>\n<h2>Ingredients for Madeira Cake<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Unsalted butter:<\/strong> You&#8217;ll be creaming the butter together with the sugar, so be sure to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/how-to-soften-butter-quickly\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/how-to-soften-butter-quickly\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">soften the butter<\/a> before starting.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Sugar:\u00a0<\/strong>Regular granulated sugar is fine here, but coconut sugar is another lovely option with a deeper, darker flavor.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Lemon zest:\u00a0<\/strong>This helps to give the Madeira cake a nice light, fresh taste.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Eggs:\u00a0<\/strong>To encourage a smooth blending process, allow eggs to reach <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/bake-with-room-temperature-eggs\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/bake-with-room-temperature-eggs\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">room temperature<\/a> before adding them in.<\/li>\n<li><strong>All-purpose flour: <\/strong>This recipe calls for all-purpose flour, but you can use your favorite gluten-free flour mix if you&#8217;d like, in a 1-to-1 swap, or make your own <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/gluten-free-flour-mix\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/gluten-free-flour-mix\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">gluten-free flour<\/a> with this five-minute recipe.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Baking powder:\u00a0<\/strong>Baking powder is a leavening agent that helps to give this denser cake a bit of air.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Directions<\/h2>\n<h3>Step 1: Start the batter<\/h3>\n<p>Preheat the oven to 325\u00b0F. Grease an 8&#215;4-inch loaf pan, line it with parchment paper, then grease the parchment paper. In a large bowl or stand mixer, cream together the butter and 1 cup of sugar until light and fluffy, five to seven minutes. Beat in the lemon zest. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 2: Add the dry ingredients<\/h3>\n<p>In another bowl, whisk the flour and baking powder, then gradually add this dry mixture to the creamed mixture.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2046330\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Madeira-Cake-FT22_269211_F_0407_3.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Madeira Cake\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Step 3: Bake the cake<\/h3>\n<p>Transfer the batter to your prepared pan, then sprinkle the top with the remaining 2 tablespoons of sugar. Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 45 to 50 minutes. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before removing it to a wire rack to cool completely.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2046332\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Madeira-Cake-FT22_269211_F_0407_2.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Madeira Cake\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Madeira Cake Variations<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Add your own flavor: <\/strong>This Madeira cake recipe in particular is so amenable to making it your own. Consider adding marzipan, cherry extract or freshly grated orange zest in place of the lemon.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Make it pretty: <\/strong>This type of cake is meant to be fairly basic, as it&#8217;s truly a simple cake. Topping it with slices of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/candied-citrus\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/candied-citrus\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">candied citrus<\/a> and a simple <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/quick-vanilla-glaze\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/quick-vanilla-glaze\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">vanilla glaze<\/a> is a lovely way to take this cake recipe and turn it up a notch.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>How to Store Madeira Cake<\/h2>\n<p>As with any cake, it&#8217;s important to store it in a completely airtight container. You can store a well-wrapped Madeira cake in a cool, dry place for up to a week. We recommend avoiding the fridge, however, as this will make the butter in the cake mix too hard. If the fridge is your only option, allow it to come to room temperature prior to serving.<\/p>\n<h3>Can you freeze Madeira cake?<\/h3>\n<p>Yes. You can store Madeira cake in the freezer for up to three months. To do so, you&#8217;ll need to allow the cake to cool completely and leave it wrapped in the greased paper lining. Wrap the cake and the paper lining in plastic wrap, then place this in a large freezer bag. To thaw, transfer the cake as is (bag and all!) into the fridge for a full 24 hours before decorating or serving.<\/p>\n<h2>Madeira Cake Tips<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2046331\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Madeira-Cake-FT22_269211_F_0407_1.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Madeira Cake\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Why is my Madeira cake drying out?<\/h3>\n<p>To keep a Madeira cake from getting too dry and crumbly, a few keys steps must be followed. For starters, it&#8217;s important to use room-temperature ingredients, as this allows the batter to more fully combine. Be sure not to overwork the batter, and above all else, be sure to not overbake the cake.<\/p>\n<h3>How do I make sure that this Madeira cake is done (but not overdone)?<\/h3>\n<p>Because it&#8217;s important to not overbake this cake, you&#8217;ve got to keep a good eye on it while it&#8217;s baking. As soon as the edges of the cake have started to pull slightly away from the pan, check to see if a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. If it does, remove it immediately. Additionally, the internal temperature should be 98\u00b0.<\/p>\n<h3>What is traditionally served with Madeira cake?<\/h3>\n<p>Traditionally, this heavy cake is served with a glass of Madeira wine, a truly lovely complement to the spongier, thicker texture of this type of cake. Other options include berries, cheeses and a steamy <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/tea-recipes-you-havent-made-yet\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/tea-recipes-you-havent-made-yet\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">cup of tea<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Thanks to creamy butter and tart lemon zest, Madeira cake is dense in texture but light, crisp and fresh in flavor. Essentially, it&#8217;s quite similar to a pound cake, and as such, it&#8217;s especially delightful when served alongside berries, fresh cream and a cup of tea.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":7061,"featured_media":2046334,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"ep_exclude_from_search":false},"tags":[304032,303971,304158,305338,305744,305271,304288,305487,305334,304515,307104,303966,304368,303887,306848,307199,304268,304558,324623,304150,303883],"categories-v2":[308623,308500,310461,309438,340136,311389,308988,308481,309216,259620,310796,309337,308880,310155,308495,308745,308478,309603,310245,259483,308910,309177,309434,308476],"coauthors":[343493],"recommended_recipes":[{"post_title":"Fruit Cocktail Cake","post_link":"\/recipes\/fruit-cocktail-cake\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Fruit-Cocktail-Cake_EXPS_TOHD24_4319_JuliaHartbeck_8.jpg"},{"post_title":"Pina Colada 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This is often caused by the top of the cake setting too quickly, which cracks when the cake's center then cooks and expands. This can happen due to too-high temperatures, often caused by an oven out of calibration or a rack positioned too high inside the oven. Use an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/oven-thermometer-secret-to-perfect-bakes\/\">oven thermometer<\/a> to double check your oven's temperature, and make sure your rack is set in the middle or a little lower before you preheat.\r\n<h3>Why is my Madeira cake dry? <\/h3>The biggest culprit is often too much flour. The simplest solution is to weigh the flour for this Madeira cake recipe with a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/best-kitchen-scale\/\">kitchen scale<\/a> to get the exact amount correct. However, even with the right amount of flour, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/problem-solving-pointers-for-cookies-bars\/ \">over-mixing your batter<\/a> will make it tougher and drier with each stir. Only mix until the ingredients are combined and then stop! Resist the temptation to continue to stir. \r\n<h3>How should I store Madeira cake? <\/h3>This classic <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/classic-british-food-names\/\">British teatime cake<\/a> is similar in texture to many <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/pound-cake-recipe-roundup\/\">American pound cakes<\/a>. And like other pound cakes, it\u2019s best stored in an airtight container, or wrapped in parchment or foil, at room temperature for up to 4 days. It doesn\u2019t need to be refrigerated. 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