Hi Geoff, How perfectly yummy! I’ll be making this tomorrow … can’t wait. My dear cake tin has been badly neglected lately. It took longer to recuperate from my aneurysm surgery than I thought it would, but pretty good now so time to put the cake tin to rights, pop the kettle on, and get on with the business of living. I hope you are doing well and flashing your rare but addictive smile. This is more like a missive than a comment! Ah well … Thanks, Geoff, for the recipe x
Hi Eureka Lass. Thanks very much. I am glad you are recovering well from your procedure. I hope making the cake will make you even better. I did smile last week, but I went for a lie down afterwards to recover. LOL>
Delicious, Geoff I coul follow along with complete ease. You remind me so much of my late father it was a joy to watch and hear you ! Madeira is one of my favourite cakes my go to actually 😋 Thank you x
Geoff that was so relaxing watching your video no stress in there at all reminded me of when I used to watch my dad doing his bit in the kitchen. That was around fifty plus years ago I will have to try this one. Many thanks
Hello Mr Geoff! This weekend I'm going to buy a new loaf tin since my old one is a bit rusty,so you shared this recipe at the perfect moment!Can't wait to try it!
Here is why this cake is called Madeira Cake. It is sometimes mistakenly thought to originate from the Madeira Islands; however, that is not the case as it was named after Madeira wine, a Portuguese wine from the islands, which was popular in England in the mid-1800s and was often served with the cake. How about that? Thanks for the video.
@@geoffsbakingblog Hi Geoff,Just finished making the Maderia Cake there.I am so pleased Geoff with the result.Looks so lovely. Will make this again for sure. Brings back so many happy times eating this cake in Scotland with my dear family. Thank you Geoff for another beautiful recipe.
@@raymondgimay4642 Hi Patricia. I am so pleased that it turned out well for you, and brought back memories. I enjoyed it so much I will make it again soon.
Yeh... first to comment... instead of last... Mederia cake is one of my favorites.... My mum lived on this when she had a bad stomach she said it put a lining on it... Well that was her excuse but because of this, this cake was always in the house when I was a child we would slice it and dare I say spread butter on it .. 😂😂😂Have a great weekend Geoff 💋
Hi Henrietta, yes this is a traditional favourite from my childhood too. Some butter and even a little jam would be very nice. Have a good weekend yourself.
Hi Geoff it’s Hayley from Israel originally from Norwich, England, I made your coconut cake Friday and yesterday it finished, it was a success so thanku, what I wanted to ask u was also for the coconut and the Madeira can I use like 40-50grams less of sugar, or would it not come out properly, it’s sweet for us a bit Thanks geoff
Hi Hayley. I am glad the coconut cake was a success for you. As for reducing sugar in cakes it is possible. However sugar adds sweetness and moisture to the cake, since the sugar dissolves. So if you reduce the sugar you also reduce the amount of moisture in the cake. In some cakes that might be ok, and adjusting the baking time may help to keep it moist. For the Madeira cake I think you could reduce the sugar by 40g, which would be about 20%. Since the sugar is creamed with the butter, to create some volume, you might notice less volume as we. But I think you could try to reduce by 40g and maybe add at least 1tsp of milk to the batter to loosen it a bit(the recipe calls for up to 1 tbsp). Bake in the oven, but check after 50 minutes to see if it is done, then check every 5 minutes, until it is fully baked. It is a bit of trial and error, but once it has worked you will know for the future.
Hi Geoff - I've now made this recipe 3 times, and each time fantastic. Just wanted to let you know that in your written recipe on your blog you have 2 Tbsp. baking powder instead of 2 tsp.
HI Patrick, I am glad you are enjoying the recipe. I noticed the error in the blog recipe last week and changed it, so you should be able to see it corrected now.
Hello Geoff this looks lovely a good consistency and texture do you think l could add maraschino cherries to this and would they need to be halved and floured so as not to sink to the bottom of the cake l think my old school cookery lessons are coming to the fore here anyway have a good weekend it looks like Sunday we are in for some rough weather here in the UK let's hope the power doesn't go out in the middle of our baking take care and hold on to your chefs hat!!!!😊
Hi Pixie B. Yes it can easily be adapted to include cherries. I have a recipe, which is very similar to this one, that does include cherries geoffsbakingblog.blogspot.com/2017/12/cherry-madeira-cake.html . We are in for some stormy weather, right through to the middle of next week I think, so I am hunkering down.
HI Barbara. I am glad you enjoyed the cake. Oven do tend to vary in how accurate they are. I always keep a thermometer in my oven so that I can check the temperature.
Hi Min Min, I do mention the size of the pan in the video, and in the recipe which is here: geoffsbakingblog.blogspot.com/2020/02/madeira-cake-easy-baking.html The size is 2lb/900g, dimensions 23cm x 13 cm x 7 cm.
Hi Geoff, How perfectly yummy! I’ll be making this tomorrow … can’t wait. My dear cake tin has been badly neglected lately. It took longer to recuperate from my aneurysm surgery than I thought it would, but pretty good now so time to put the cake tin to rights, pop the kettle on, and get on with the business of living. I hope you are doing well and flashing your rare but addictive smile. This is more like a missive than a comment! Ah well … Thanks, Geoff, for the recipe x
Hi Eureka Lass. Thanks very much. I am glad you are recovering well from your procedure. I hope making the cake will make you even better. I did smile last week, but I went for a lie down afterwards to recover. LOL>
You can’t beat a lovely Madeira Cake, lovely recipe ….thanks Geoff….love Jan xx❤xx
HI Jan. Madeira is one of my favourites.
Your recipe collection has all of my top favourites .. this is yet another wonderful step by step recipe video. Thanks a mil !
Hi 1904say. You are very welcome.
Delicious, Geoff I coul follow along with complete ease. You remind me so much of my late father it was a joy to watch and hear you ! Madeira is one of my favourite cakes my go to actually 😋
Thank you x
HI Emma S. You are most welcome. I am glad that you enjoyed the video. I do love Madeira cake too, always have.
Wow looks so delicious cake
I love your baking
So nice video😀👍
Hi there. Thanks very much.
Sir thank you for this schooling video i appreciate it Gerhardt from South Africa
Hi Gerhardt, in South Africa. You are very welcome.
Mmmmm. Lovely! That would go down beautfully with a nice cup of tea. Can't wait.
Hi Nees Argon. My slice did indeed go down very well, with a cup of tea.
Geoff that was so relaxing watching your video no stress in there at all reminded me of when I used to watch my dad doing his bit in the kitchen. That was around fifty plus years ago I will have to try this one. Many thanks
Hi Ann, I am pleased to have brought back some memories. I hope you enjoy the cake if you do make it.
As a European living in the USA, I am very, very much thankful to you for the indication of cooking degrees also in Fahrenheit, precious information.
Hi Vulcanswork. Thanks very much.
Hello Mr Geoff! This weekend I'm going to buy a new loaf tin since my old one is a bit rusty,so you shared this recipe at the perfect moment!Can't wait to try it!
Hi Emma R. That's great. I hope you enjoy the Madeira cake.
Looks good I will be making this 😊
Hi Helene. I do hope you enjoy it.
I fancy your madera cake recipe
Hi Felicia. It is very good, you should try it.
That looks lovely. I have never had one. I will have to try it.
Hi Connie. I do hope you try it. Madeira cake has always been one of my favourites.
Here is why this cake is called Madeira Cake. It is sometimes mistakenly thought to originate from the Madeira Islands; however, that is not the case as it was named after Madeira wine, a Portuguese wine from the islands, which was popular in England in the mid-1800s and was often served with the cake. How about that? Thanks for the video.
Oh yes, fount of all knowledge. How right you are.
I was today years old when I found that out. I thought it was made with madeira.
Great video. Thanks very much Geoff. Im going to make this cake this weekend. This has been save to my cooking list & Subscribed
Hi Tony. Thanks very much. I hope you enjoy it.
So lovely Geoff. Making this tomorrow.Or perhaps even later tonight. Love this kind of cake. Superbe recipe. Many thanks Geoff.
Hi Patricia. I really enjoyed this cake. I hope you like it too. Please let me know.
@@geoffsbakingblog Hi Geoff,Just finished making the Maderia Cake there.I am so pleased Geoff with the result.Looks so lovely. Will make this again for sure. Brings back so many happy times eating this cake in Scotland with my dear family. Thank you Geoff for another beautiful recipe.
@@raymondgimay4642 Hi Patricia. I am so pleased that it turned out well for you, and brought back memories. I enjoyed it so much I will make it again soon.
@@geoffsbakingblog Thank you Geoff. Yes you must make it again soon too. So very tasty. Loved it.
I'm a newbie and I'm enjoying watching your videos 🙂
hi 1 1, that's great. I am glad you are enjoying the videos.
Geoff Cooper it's just so refreshing to watch,I may well have to try this recipe, Suzy 🙂
@@Suzy-yd2ko Hi Suzy. You should try it. It really is very good.
looks fantastic ,thankyou
Hi Kay, thanks very much. You are most welcome.
Lovely Geoff 😊
Hi Karen, thanks very much.
Yeh... first to comment... instead of last... Mederia cake is one of my favorites.... My mum lived on this when she had a bad stomach she said it put a lining on it... Well that was her excuse but because of this, this cake was always in the house when I was a child we would slice it and dare I say spread butter on it .. 😂😂😂Have a great weekend Geoff 💋
Hi Henrietta, yes this is a traditional favourite from my childhood too. Some butter and even a little jam would be very nice. Have a good weekend yourself.
Hi Geoff it’s Hayley from Israel originally from Norwich, England, I made your coconut cake Friday and yesterday it finished, it was a success so thanku, what I wanted to ask u was also for the coconut and the Madeira can I use like 40-50grams less of sugar, or would it not come out properly, it’s sweet for us a bit
Thanks geoff
Hi Hayley. I am glad the coconut cake was a success for you. As for reducing sugar in cakes it is possible. However sugar adds sweetness and moisture to the cake, since the sugar dissolves. So if you reduce the sugar you also reduce the amount of moisture in the cake. In some cakes that might be ok, and adjusting the baking time may help to keep it moist. For the Madeira cake I think you could reduce the sugar by 40g, which would be about 20%. Since the sugar is creamed with the butter, to create some volume, you might notice less volume as we. But I think you could try to reduce by 40g and maybe add at least 1tsp of milk to the batter to loosen it a bit(the recipe calls for up to 1 tbsp). Bake in the oven, but check after 50 minutes to see if it is done, then check every 5 minutes, until it is fully baked. It is a bit of trial and error, but once it has worked you will know for the future.
Hi Geoff - I've now made this recipe 3 times, and each time fantastic. Just wanted to let you know that in your written recipe on your blog you have 2 Tbsp. baking powder instead of 2 tsp.
HI Patrick, I am glad you are enjoying the recipe. I noticed the error in the blog recipe last week and changed it, so you should be able to see it corrected now.
Nice and simple and easy to follow 😊 Thanks so much mr Geoff 🍰
Hi Xena Warrior Princess. You are very welcome. It is good to have a few simple recipes that work every time.
Gracias por compartir , excelente pastel
Hi Doris, Muchas gracias, de nada
Thumbs up 👍🏻
Hi Anum Sikander, thanks very much.
Big Thumbs Up👍
Hi Rubab Rizwan, thanks very much.
Thankyou, beautiful video, easy to follow xx
HI 4Kids and a Husband. You are very welcome. I am glad you found the video easy to follow.
Amazing!
Hi Danah75. Thanks very much.
Hello Geoff this looks lovely a good consistency and texture do you think l could add maraschino cherries to this and would they need to be halved and floured so as not to sink to the bottom of the cake l think my old school cookery lessons are coming to the fore here anyway have a good weekend it looks like Sunday we are in for some rough weather here in the UK let's hope the power doesn't go out in the middle of our baking take care and hold on to your chefs hat!!!!😊
Hi Pixie B. Yes it can easily be adapted to include cherries. I have a recipe, which is very similar to this one, that does include cherries geoffsbakingblog.blogspot.com/2017/12/cherry-madeira-cake.html . We are in for some stormy weather, right through to the middle of next week I think, so I am hunkering down.
@@geoffsbakingblog gorgeous Geoff. Perfect for Irish October weather..with a steaming hot cup of tea. Happy days.
@@barbaramensenkampff8170 Hi Barbara. Yes this is ideal for the sort of weather we are getting now, which is very similar to that in Ireland.
I did 👍🤗🤗☺️
HI Donna. That's good. I hope you enjoyed it.
Thank you!!
Hi Lala Galindo. You are most welcome.
I got my partner to make this last night, it was very nice though I had to turn my oven up 10°c as it was taking too long to cook, 1 1/2 hours.
HI Barbara. I am glad you enjoyed the cake. Oven do tend to vary in how accurate they are. I always keep a thermometer in my oven so that I can check the temperature.
The pan size please 🤗😍
Hi Min Min, I do mention the size of the pan in the video, and in the recipe which is here: geoffsbakingblog.blogspot.com/2020/02/madeira-cake-easy-baking.html
The size is 2lb/900g, dimensions 23cm x 13 cm x 7 cm.
@@geoffsbakingblog thank you so much 😉🌸
WHEN YOU BUY MADEIRA CAKE???? Can't imagine you ever buying cake, it would never be as nice or fresh as yours 👌
HI Sue, certainly homemade is better that the shop bought version. But sometimes, when needs must...... LOL
I think that recipe could be changed to make all sorts of different flavors.. To me it's crying to be almond poppy seed.
It could be changed in a number of ways, but I wanted a traditional Madeira Cake.
Are these cakes unhealthy
HI Mouiz Ali. As with all things these cakes are not unhealthy, unless you eat them to excess.
Thank god and also there plan they don't have any puddings or anything special either witch is good