
A historical dessert from Favorite tested recipes of the members of Humboldt Park Chapter O.E.S and their friends (1900). serve warm with butter
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mix in order given
serve warm with butter
Modern guidance to help you succeed with this vintage recipe
This simple tea cake relies on the muffin method—mixing wet and dry ingredients separately, then combining with minimal stirring—which keeps gluten development low for a tender crumb. The baking powder provides chemical leavening that creates a light, cake-like texture without the need for creaming butter and sugar. Tossing the blueberries in a portion of the flour (from the measured amount) before folding them in prevents them from sinking to the bottom, as the flour coating increases their buoyancy in the batter.
The dry ingredients (flour, baking powder, and salt) can be whisked together and stored in an airtight container up to 1 week ahead. The full batter should not be made ahead, as the baking powder will lose its leavening power.
Store the cooled cake covered at room temperature for up to 2 days, or wrap tightly and refrigerate for up to 4 days. Reheat individual slices in a 300°F oven for 8-10 minutes or microwave for 15-20 seconds to restore the 'serve warm' quality. The cake can also be frozen, well-wrapped, for up to 2 months; thaw at room temperature before reheating.
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The dry ingredients (flour, baking powder, and salt) can be whisked together and stored in an airtight container up to 1 week ahead. The full batter should not be made ahead, as the baking powder will lose its leavening power.
Store the cooled cake covered at room temperature for up to 2 days, or wrap tightly and refrigerate for up to 4 days. Reheat individual slices in a 300°F oven for 8-10 minutes or microwave for 15-20 seconds to restore the 'serve warm' quality. The cake can also be frozen, well-wrapped, for up to 2 months; thaw at room temperature before reheating.