Cottage Cake

Prep: 15 min Cook: 25 min Serves: 8 Cuisine: American

A moist, tender sponge cake with a delicate sweetness and buttery richness, perfect for afternoon tea or casual gatherings. Its simple ingredients and straightforward method make it an ideal choice for bakers of all skill levels seeking a comforting homemade treat.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 cups flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 cup milk

Instructions

  1. Cream sugar, butter, and eggs until fluffy.
  2. Sift flour and baking powder together.
  3. Add the sifted flour and baking powder to the creamed mixture alternately with milk.
  4. Pour the batter into a greased square baking pan.
  5. Bake in a preheated 350°F oven for 25 minutes or until done.
  6. Serve cake squares with warm sauce spooned on top.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

559 kcal 28% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 6.4g 13% DV
Total Fat 29.7g 38% DV
Carbs 70.6g 26% DV
Fiber 1.9g 7% DV
Sugar 11.6g 23% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 2802.8mg 100% DV
Potassium 292mg 6% DV
Cholesterol 141mg 47% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 62.8mcg 7% DV
Vitamin C 13mg 14% DV
Vitamin D 0.4mcg 2% DV
Calcium 1638.3mg 100% DV
Iron 6mg 34% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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