LITTLE FRENCH CAKES
These charming Little French Cakes offer a delightful taste of history with a simple, comforting flavor. The recipe combines basic ingredients like butter, sugar, and flour to create a tender, cake-like treat. These cakes are baked in saucers and layered with jam for a sweet and satisfying dessert, perfect for a light afternoon snack or a special occasion.
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup Butter
- 1/4 cup Sugar
- 1 cup Flour
- 1 large Egg
- 1/2 pint Milk
- 1 tablespoon Butter (Quantity estimated (not specified in original recipe). For greasing saucers.)
- 2 tablespoons Jam (Quantity estimated (not specified in original recipe). For spreading between cakes.)
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Instructions
- 1In a medium bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Gradually add the flour, mixing until just combined. In a separate bowl, beat the egg. Slowly add the beaten egg and milk to the flour mixture, a little at a time, mixing until well combined.
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