There’s nothing quite like pairing a warm cup of tea with a soft, moist slice of homemade tea cake. These easy tea cake recipes use everyday ingredients and fill your home with heavenly aromas. Let’s bake some joy!
1.Classic Lemon Tea Cake
INGREDIENTS
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup butter (softened)
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 2 eggs
- Juice and zest of 1 lemon
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 cup milk
- A pinch of salt
PREPARATION
Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a loaf pan. Beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mix well and add lemon juice stir and rest it. Sift this mixture in flour, baking powder, and salt. Next add milk and mix until smooth. Pour into the pan and bake for 35–40 minutes and check it with a toothpick comes out clean. Now you are ready to eat a delicious tea cake at home.
Cooking Tip:
For extra lemon flavor, drizzle a simple lemon glaze (lemon juice + icing sugar) once the cake cools.
2.Banana Walnut Tea Cake
INGREDIENTS
- 1 cup mashed ripe bananas (2–3 bananas)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil or melted butter
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
PREPARATION
Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease a loaf or round cake pan. In a bowl, whisk mashed bananas, sugar, oil, and eggs. Add flour, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt. Mix gently. Add the chopped walnuts. Bake for 35–40 minutes until golden and check it with a toothpick comes out clean. Now you can enjoy this easy and healthy cake.
Cooking Tip:
Use overripe bananas for the best flavor and texture. You can also sprinkle extra walnuts on top for a crunch.
3.Vanilla Berry Tea Cake
IINGREDIENTS
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup butter
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/2 cup fresh or frozen mixed berries
PREPARATION
Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a round or square pan with parchment paper. Make a cream with butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time and vanilla extract now stir well. Mix the mixture in flour and baking powder with milk for best consistency. Gently add in the berries. Bake for 30–35 minutes. Here the delicious tea cake at home is ready.
Cooking Tip:
Toss berries in a little flour before adding — this prevents them from sinking to the bottom of the cake.
4.Chai-Spiced Tea Cake
INGREDIENTS
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup milk infused with 1 chai tea bag
- 1/4 cup oil or butter
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp cardamom
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- A pinch of nutmeg and salt
PREPARATION
Keep a chai tea bag in warm milk for 10 minutes. Let it cool. Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease a small loaf pan. Beat eggs and sugar, then add oil. Stir in the spiced milk, then add the other ingredients. Mix until smooth, pour into the pan, and bake for 30–35 minutes. Here you can enjoy this easy tea cake recipes at home.
Cooking Tip:
Sprinkle some brown sugar or cinnamon on top before baking for a crunchy crust.
5.Coconut Tea Cake
INGREDIENTS
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup desiccated coconut
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1/4 cup oil or melted butter
- 1/2 cup coconut milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking powder
- A pinch of salt
PREPARATION
Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a cake tin with parchment. Beat eggs, sugar, and vanilla extract together. Add coconut milk and oil. Mix this mixtutre in flour, desiccated coconut, baking powder, and salt and mix well. Pour into tin and bake for 35–40 minutes until golden. Now this easy and healthy cake is ready to eat.
Cooking Tip:
Top with toasted coconut flakes or serve with a side of whipped cream for a dreamy finish.
A Slice of Comfort in Every Bite:
Tea cakes aren’t just about dessert — they’re about creating moments of joy, connection, and comfort. These 5 easy homemade tea cake recipes bring flavor and happiness to your table. With minimal ingredients and big flavor, these homemade tea cakes are perfect for any tea time celebration.