Description
This delightful One-Bowl Jam Doughnut Cake combines the beloved flavors of a classic jam doughnut in an easy-to-make cake form. With a moist vanilla batter encasing a fruity jam center, this cake offers a perfect balance of sweetness and texture, ideal for sharing with family and friends.
Ingredients
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For the Cake Batter
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup milk
For the Filling
- 1/2 cup fruit jam (your choice)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round cake pan to prevent sticking and ensure easy release of your cake.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the sugar and softened unsalted butter until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, which helps create a tender crumb.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Incorporate the eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition to ensure they are well combined. Then stir in the vanilla extract to enhance the flavor.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. This combination ensures even distribution of leavening agents and seasoning.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with milk, mixing gently until just combined to avoid overmixing which can toughen the cake.
- Layer Batter and Jam: Pour half of the batter into the prepared cake pan. Spread the fruit jam evenly over this layer to create a sweet center, then cover with the remaining batter to seal the jam inside during baking.
- Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, indicating the cake is fully baked.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the cake to cool in the pan before slicing and serving. This resting time helps the cake set properly for cleaner cuts and improved texture.
Notes
- You can use any fruit jam of your choice such as raspberry, strawberry, or apricot to vary the flavor.
- Ensure your butter is softened to room temperature for perfect creaming with sugar.
- Do not overmix the batter once the dry ingredients are added to keep the cake tender.
- If you don’t have a 9-inch round pan, use a similar size and adjust baking time accordingly.
- Using a toothpick to check doneness is the best way to avoid under or over baking.
