Description
This cozy Sweet Tea Cake blends the warm, earthy flavor of brewed tea with buttery softness and a hint of vanilla. Perfect with your favorite cup, it’s a charming treat for any time of day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 and 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup strong black tea, brewed and cooled
- 1/4 cup milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease or line an 8-inch cake pan.
- In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla and cooled tea.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet, alternating with milk, and mix until just combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 30–35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Optional: Dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with glaze before serving.
Notes
- Use strong brewed tea for deeper flavor.
- Let cake cool fully before slicing for clean cuts.
- A simple lemon glaze adds brightness to the flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: sweet tea cake, tea cake, southern tea dessert, easy tea cake, black tea dessert