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I am that type of person that usually drifts towards the more chocolate offerings on a dessert menu. I am, by far, unapologetically and absolutely, a chocolate person. The darker, the bett…

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Two slices of Madeira Cake on a white plate with the rest of the cake in the back on another white plate.

Soft and moist, this simple and classic, British orange madeira cake is delicious with a cup of tea and ideal for everyday baking or any occasion. Made with orange zest and a fresh orange juice glaze, it has a firm texture similar to a pound cake.

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Delightfully sweet and moist, classic madeira cake is a classic British dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It has a light, lemony flavor, and is incredibly easy to make. With a melt-in-your-mouth texture, this homemade madeira cake is sure to become a favorite spring dessert recipe. Whether you're looking for an easy lemon cake recipe or a simple yet impressive dessert to serve guests, this classic madeira cake will undoubtedly be a hit.

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A very English cake that is similar to the pound cake or the yellow cake and is named after the Madeira wine which was popular in England and was often served with the cake! #ruchikrandhap #madeiracake #deliciouscake #simplecake #teatimecake #teacake

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When my aunt MC comes to visit, I always tell her to inform me at least 24 hours beforehand so that I can bake her a cake which she can eat when she arrives. I spent a lot of my childhood with this particular aunt, and she has always treated me very well, and I guess this is one of my ways of saying thanks and repaying her for her kindness. Especially since both her and her daughter enjoys the cakes I make them. :) Lemon Madeira Cake During their last visit, I made them Madeira cake using…

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There’s a beauty in the simplicity of this very traditional British cake, which has a characteristic crack that forms along the top as it bakes. Where a classic sponge has equal quantities by weight of eggs, butter, flour and sugar, the Madeira has a slightly higher proportion of flour and therefore a firmer texture.

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Hubby once told me that one of his favorite cakes as a child was Madeira cake. He had fond memories of visiting his grandmother at the weekend as she would bake Madeira cake for her visitors afternoon tea. Since I had some free time this week, I decided to bake a Madeira cake for him. As he took his first bite, I watched for his reaction - and I was glad that he enjoyed it. He commented that it was "just as good as my grandmother's". :) For me, Madeira cake is a cross between a sponge cake…

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