Easy Homemade Tea Cake Recipe For Perfect Evening Snacks

There is something truly comforting about a soft homemade tea cake served with a hot cup of tea or coffee. Light, fluffy, and easy to prepare, this classic cake recipe is perfect for evening cravings, family gatherings, or sudden dessert moods. The best part? You do not need fancy ingredients or expert baking skills to make it at home.
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Ingredients You Will Need

  • 1½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • ½ cup butter or oil
  • 2 eggs
  • ½ cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla essence
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • A pinch of salt

Step 1: Prepare The Batter

Take a large bowl and whisk butter and sugar together until light and creamy. Add eggs one by one and mix well. Pour in vanilla essence for extra flavor.

In another bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt. Slowly add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients while pouring milk gradually. Mix until you get a smooth batter without lumps.


Step 2: Get The Baking Tin Ready

Grease a cake tin with butter or line it with butter paper. Pour the batter evenly into the tin and tap it gently to remove air bubbles.

Step 3: Bake The Cake

Preheat the oven to 180°C for 10 minutes. Bake the cake for around 30–35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.


If you are using a pressure cooker, remove the whistle and gasket, preheat it for 10 minutes, and bake the cake on low flame for about 35-40 minutes.

Step 4: Cool And Serve

Allow the cake to cool completely before slicing. Serve it plain or dust a little powdered sugar on top for a bakery-style touch.

Tips To Make Your Tea Cake Extra Delicious

  • Add chopped nuts or raisins for added texture.
  • A little lemon zest gives the cake a refreshing flavor.
  • Do not overmix the batter as it can make the cake dense.
  • Always preheat the oven for even baking.

Perfect Snack For Every Occasion

This easy tea cake recipe is soft, mildly sweet, and perfect for breakfast, evening snacks, or small celebrations. Pair it with masala chai, green tea, or coffee for a cozy homemade treat everyone will enjoy.