Treacle Refrigerator Cake
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
6
Difficulty
Easy
This treacle refrigerator cake is one of my favorite go to recipes when I need something delicious but don't have hours to spend in the kitchen. The whole thing comes together in just 45 minutes from start to finish, and honestly, it's so straightforward that even if you're not the most confident baker, you'll nail it. I love using treacle because it adds this deep, rich molasses flavor that makes the cake taste like you've been baking all day, plus it's packed with minerals like iron and potassium. The yogurt keeps everything moist and tender without needing loads of butter, so it's actually quite reasonable on the wallet too. Pop it in the fridge and you've got a proper treat ready whenever you fancy a slice.
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Ingredients
- 250all-purpose flour
- 200granulated sugar
- 150treacle
- 100unsalted butter
- 2large eggs
- 100plain yogurt
- 10baking powder
- 5salt
- 1 mlvanilla extract
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 180°C. Line an 18x18cm baking tray with parchment paper.
Tip: For a crisper topping, line with baking paper as well.
- 2
In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
Tip: Ensure the dry ingredients are well combined.
- 3
In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to cream together the butter and treacle until light and fluffy.
Tip: This may take a few minutes.
- 4
Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
Tip: Make sure each egg is fully incorporated before adding the next.
- 5
Gradually mix in the dry ingredients until a smooth batter forms.
Tip: Don't overmix.
- 6
Fold in the plain yogurt until well combined.
Tip: Avoid overmixing.
- 7
Pour the batter into the prepared baking tray.
Tip: Smooth the top with a spatula.
- 8
Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Tip: Let cool completely before refrigerating.
- 9
Once cooled, refrigerate the cake for at least 2 hours or overnight.
Tip: The longer it chills, the firmer it will become.
- 10
Slice and serve chilled, garnished with a sprinkle of sugar if desired.
Tip: Best served with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
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