Thanks to creamy butter and tart lemon zest, Madeira cake is dense in texture but light ... Line bottom of a greased 8x4-in. loaf pan with parchment; grease parchment. In a large bowl, cream ...

Meanwhile, line a 900g/2lb loaf tin with a double layer of cling film, leaving any excess hanging over the edge. Slice each Madeira cake into eight 2cm/¾in slices. Stir the reserved quarter of ...

Pour into the lined loaf tin, then bake in the oven for 50–55 minutes until risen and the top is golden brown. Allow to cool slightly before slicing. Will says: “The humble madeira cake has ...

Instead of melting bars for chocolate-covered strawberries or spending money on store-bought bon bons, give your valentine an intensely rich double chocolate loaf cake with a plush, velvety crumb.

madeira cake is so good to have around at Christmas. As it’s denser than the average sponge, it is also perfect for trifle. Preheat the oven to 170C/150C Fan/Gas 3. Butter and line a large loaf ...

Pour over the warm cake and allow to cool completely in the cake tin. Grease and line a 2lb loaf tin and preheat your oven to 170°C. Beat the butter and sugar until it has turned a pale colour ...