Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup mixed seeds (sunflower, sesame, poppy seeds)
- Optional: a handful of chopped nuts for extra texture
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan with butter or nonstick spray.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Incorporate vanilla extract for aroma.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and baking powder.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with milk. Mix until just combined.
- Fold in the mixed seeds, ensuring even distribution throughout the batter.
- Pour the batter into your prepared cake pan and sprinkle additional seeds on top for visual appeal.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For best results, use fresh seeds to ensure vibrant flavor and crunch.
- You can add chopped nuts to the batter for extra texture and flavor.
- Feel free to decorate the cooled cake with edible gold or natural food coloring to enhance its Hobbit aesthetic.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Fantasy-inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250 Kcal
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 50mg