Rosemary cake

HOW TO MAKE ROSEMARY CAKE

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 180ºC (350ºF). Grease a loaf tin with butter and dust the inside of the pan with some flour (hold and rotate the pan so that the flour coats all surfaces).

Step 2: Beat the brown sugar, butter and the eggs until obtain a creamy mixture. Add the chopped rosemary, vanilla extract and mix for 1 to 2 minutes until it’s nicely incorporated. Pour the milk, flour and the baking powder and beat until obtain a creamy and homogeneous mixture.

Step 3: Pour the batter into the prepared tin and sprinkle with a tablespoon brown sugar. Bake for 35 minutes.

Step 4: Remove the cake from the oven and allow to cool for 30 minutes.

Step 5: Remove from the pan and place the cake onto a wire rack or serving platter. Allow to cool to room temperature and serve.

RECIPE TIPS

Some tips to make the cake denser:
1. Use ingredients like eggs, milk or yogurt to add moisture to the cake.
2. Reduce the amount of baking powder or baking soda in the recipe.
3. Replace all-purpose flour with cake flour or almond flour.
4. Bake the cake at a lower temperature.

Some tips to make a cake rise:
1. Add leavening agents like baking powder and baking soda to the cake.
2. Ensure that ingredients like eggs and dairy are at room temperature.
3. Preheat the oven and avoid opening the oven while the cake is cooking. Opening the oven door frequently while baking can cause fluctuations in temperature, affecting the cake's rise.
4. Choosing the correct pan size is also important.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How long does it take to bake a cake?

The baking time for a cake can vary significantly based on several factors, such as the type of cake, oven, recipe or pan size.
Most cakes can take anywhere from 25 to 60 minutes to bake at 180ºC (350ºF). However, some recipes may require higher or lower temperatures.
Always preheat your oven and don't forget to check if your cake is done using methods such as the toothpick test or gently pressing the cake's center to ensure it's fully baked.

Can I replace milk with oil?

Yes you can. Oil keeps the cake moist for a longer period of time.

Rosemary cake

Do you want to make a different, simple and quick cake? Make this delicious cake flavored with rosemary. It's perfect to serve for breakfast with a cup of latte! Bon appetit!!!

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Category:Breakfast, Cakes, Desserts, Recipes, Videos
Cuisine: Portuguese
Difficulty: Easy
Servings: 12 slices
Prep Time:20 m
Cook Time:35 m
Total Time:55 m
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Ingredients
• 1/2 tablespoon chopped rosemary
• 150 grams (2/3 cup) unsalted butter to room temperature
• 200 grams (1 1/2 cups) all-purpose flour
• 3 medium eggs
• 175 grams (1 cup) light brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 100 ml (1/2 cup) milk
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 tablespoon light brown sugar to sprinkle
Directions
1. Preheat the oven to 180ºC (350ºF). Grease a loaf tin (24 x 10 centimeters with 7 centimeters high (9 1/2 x 4-inch with 2 3/4-inch-high)) with butter and dust the inside of the pan with some flour (hold and rotate the pan so that the flour coats all surfaces).
2. In an electric mixer, beat on medium speed the brown sugar, butter and the eggs until obtain a creamy mixture. Add the chopped rosemary, vanilla extract and mix for 1 to 2 minutes until it’s nicely incorporated. Pour the milk, flour and the baking powder and beat until obtain a creamy and homogeneous mixture.
3. Pour the batter into the prepared tin and sprinkle with a tablespoon brown sugar. Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, about 35 minutes (the time depends on the oven).
4. Remove the cake from the oven and allow to cool for 30 minutes.
5. Remove from the pan and place the cake onto a wire rack or serving platter. Allow to cool to room temperature and serve.
Rosemary cake
Nutrition facts
Serves 12 slices
Per Serving:
% DAILY VALUE
Calories 228
Total Fat 11.5 g(15%)
Saturated Fat 7 g(35%)
Cholesterol 69 mg(23%)
Sodium 96 mg(4%)
Total Carbohydrate 28 g(10%)
Protein 3.5 g