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Lemon and Sultana Loaf Cake

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This delicious homemade sultana loaf cake with lemon makes the perfect snack. Serve warm or cold.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Serving Size 10 Slices

Ingredients

  • 140 grams softened butter
  • 140 grams caster sugar
  • 3 eggs
  • 225 grams self-raising flour
  • 1 lemon
  • 150 grams sultanas

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 170 degrees Celsius. Line a 2lb loaf tin with a loaf tin liner or baking paper.
  • In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Beat in the eggs one at a time, until fully combined.
  • Fold in the flour, making sure that it is all mixed in well.
  • Zest the lemon. Add this to the bowl along with the sultanas. Stir until they are fairly evenly distributed.
  • Spoon the mixture into the loaf tin. Put it into the oven for one hour, until risen, golden and a skewer inserted into the middle comes out clean.

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Nutrition Facts
Lemon and Sultana Loaf Cake
Amount per Serving
Calories
303
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
13
g
20
%
Saturated Fat
 
8
g
50
%
Trans Fat
 
0.5
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
3
g
Cholesterol
 
79
mg
26
%
Sodium
 
111
mg
5
%
Potassium
 
171
mg
5
%
Carbohydrates
 
43
g
14
%
Fiber
 
1
g
4
%
Sugar
 
23
g
26
%
Protein
 
5
g
10
%
Vitamin A
 
424
IU
8
%
Vitamin C
 
6
mg
7
%
Calcium
 
25
mg
3
%
Iron
 
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Notes

  • This loaf cake will keep for up to a week in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. Alternatively, allow the cake to cool after cooking then wrap well and store in the freezer for up to three months. Defrost thoroughly before eating.
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