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When there’s no time! Delicate tea cake in 5 minutes! All mixed and in the oven
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### 👩🍳 Quick Instructions (No Mixer Needed!)
**1. Preheat the oven** to 350°F (175°C). Line a small loaf pan or 8-inch round pan with parchment paper or grease it lightly.
**2. In a bowl**, whisk together eggs and sugar until slightly frothy (about 30 seconds by hand).
**3. Add in** milk, oil, and vanilla extract. Mix briefly.
**4. Sift in** flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir gently until just combined. Don’t overmix!
**5. Pour** the batter into your prepared pan and smooth the top.
**6. Bake** for 25–30 minutes, or until golden and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
**7. Cool** slightly, slice, and serve with tea, coffee, or fruit jam!
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### 🌟 Optional Add-Ins:
* **Fruit:** Fold in a handful of berries, sliced apples, or raisins.
* **Flavor twist:** Add lemon zest, almond extract, or ground cinnamon.
* **Top it off:** Dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with a quick glaze of milk and icing sugar.
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### 🫖 Perfect for Any Occasion
This 5-minute tea cake is ideal when you:
* Have guests arriving with little notice
* Want a light dessert after dinner
* Need a quick treat for kids or school lunchboxes
* Just feel like baking — but fast!
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### 📝 Pro Tips:
* For extra rise and fluff, make sure your baking powder is fresh.
* Don’t skip the pinch of salt — it enhances the sweetness.
* Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days (if it lasts that long!).
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### Final Thoughts
No time? **No problem.** This quick and delicate tea cake recipe proves that baking doesn’t have to be complicated or time-consuming. In just five minutes, you’ll have a comforting, homemade cake baking in the oven and filling your kitchen with the irresistible aroma of something sweet.
So the next time your sweet tooth calls — even when the clock is ticking — this is the recipe to reach for.
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