Tea Cakes

Soft, buttery, and irresistibly nostalgic, these homemade Tea Cakes are the perfect treat to accompany your afternoon tea or coffee. Made with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, sugar, and unsalted butter, this easy recipe creates delicate, muffin-like cakes with a hint of vanilla sweetness in every bite. With just 15 minutes of prep time and 20 minutes in the oven, these charming tea cakes are quick to whip up for any occasion. Finished with a light dusting of powdered sugar, they’re a versatile snack that feels both elegant and comforting. Whether you’re hosting a tea party or indulging in a quiet moment, these tea cakes will elevate any occasion with their light, melt-in-your-mouth texture and classic flavor.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.75 cups Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cups Unsalted butter (room temperature)
• 2 Large eggs
• 0.5 cups Whole milk
• 1.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 0 optional Powdered sugar (for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a muffin tin or line it with paper liners.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to cream the unsalted butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 4

Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk. Start and finish with the dry ingredients, mixing just until combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 6

Scoop the batter evenly into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about two-thirds full.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cake comes out clean.

Step 8

Let the tea cakes cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Once cooled, dust the tea cakes lightly with powdered sugar if desired. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	626.7 grams (626.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1684

Total Fat 16.30g	21%
Saturated Fat 5.60g	28%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 387mg	129%
Sodium 1454mg	63%
Total Carbohydrate 344.80g	125%
Dietary Fiber 6.50g	23%
Total Sugars 157.20g
Protein 40.80g	82%

Vitamin D 134IU	669%
Calcium 240mg	18%
Iron 13mg	73%
Potassium 592mg	13%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 8.7%

Protein: 9.7%

Carbs: 81.7%