Parkin

A traditional ginger cake made by melting butter and syrup, mixing with dry ingredients, and baking until firm.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 269.6 kcals 2426.5 kcals
Carbohydrates 42.5 grams 382.4 grams
Fat 9.4 grams 84.2 grams
Protein 4.2 grams 37.8 grams
Cook Time
60 mins
Produces
9 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

BakingIngredients
Dairy
1
piece
Egg
Large, free-range
15
ml
Milk
A splash to loosen mixture
GrainsCereals
NutsSeeds
1.5
tsp

Steps

  • Preheat the oven to 160°C.
  • Grease and line a 20cm square baking tin with parchment.
  • Melt butter, sugar, and syrup in a pan over medium heat.
  • Sift flour, bicarbonate of soda, and ginger into a mixing bowl.
  • Stir the melted butter mixture into the dry ingredients.
  • Beat in the egg and add a splash of milk if needed for consistency.
  • Pour the batter into the tin and bake for 60 minutes until firm.
  • Cool the cake before cutting into squares.