Parkin Cake

Ingredients

• unsalted butter200g
• soft dark brown sugar200g
• golden syrup100g
• black treacle100g
• self-raising flour250g
• oatmeal100g
• ground ginger2 tsp
• mixed spice1 tsp
• large egg1 piece
• milk150ml

Instructions

1. 1

   Step 1

   Preheat oven to 140°C (275°F). Grease and line a square cake tin.

2. 2

   Step 2

   In a saucepan, gently heat the butter, sugar, golden syrup, and black treacle until the butter has melted and the sugar has dissolved.

3. 3

   Step 3

   In a large bowl, mix together the flour, oatmeal, ginger, and mixed spice.

4. 4

   Step 4

   Pour the melted syrup mixture into the dry ingredients and mix well.

5. 5

   Step 5

   In a separate bowl, beat the egg with the milk and then stir into the cake mixture.

6. 6

   Step 6

   Pour the mixture into the prepared cake tin and level the surface.

7. 7

   Step 7

   Bake for 1-1.5 hours, or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.

8. 8

   Step 8

   Leave the parkin to cool in the tin before cutting into squares.

9. 9

   Step 9

   Store in an airtight container for a few days to allow it to become sticky and moist.

Diet and Allergen Guide

Meal Prep and Storage

Make it easier to prep ahead

Parkin Cake works well as a short-term grab-and-go option when stored in a sealed container in the fridge.