Parkin is a traditional bake, popular in the North of England. A deliciously moist and spicy ginger cake made with black treacle and oatmeal. A perfect sweet accompaniment to your Bonfire Night Celebrations.
Preheat oven to 150Fan and grease and line an 8 inch square high sided cake tin.
In a small saucepan over medium heat melt the butter, treacle, syrup and sugar until combined but do not allow to boil.
In a separate bowl add your dry ingredients and mix lightly.
Once the butter and sugars are melted, remove from the heat and add into the dry ingredients. Mix together with a wooden spoon until you have a thick batter.
In a small bowl, beat the egg and measure the milk. Add this to the batter and gently stir until fully combined.
Once the batter is combined then pour into the pan and bake for 50 minutes. Check after 50 minutes. The cake is ready when I skewer comes out clean.
Allow cake to cool and wrap or store in an airtight container for a few days. The cake can be eaten straight away but benefits from sitting for a few says to allow it to become sticky.
Serve on its own for Bonfire night outside or as a dessert warmed and topped with custard.
Nutrition Facts
Parkin
Amount Per Serving
Calories 336Calories from Fat 135
% Daily Value*
Fat 15g23%
Saturated Fat 9g56%
Cholesterol 55mg18%
Sodium 158mg7%
Potassium 246mg7%
Carbohydrates 46g15%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 27g30%
Protein 4g8%
Vitamin A 461IU9%
Vitamin C 1mg1%
Calcium 90mg9%
Iron 3mg17%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
• Please note that the nutrition information provided above is approximate and meant as a guideline only •
Course : Baking, Dessert
Cuisine : British
Keyword : autumn, Bonfire Night, Gingerbread, traditional biscuits, Traybakes