Magdalenas
Light Spanish sponge cakes scented with lemon, with the classic domed top.
- Time40 min
- LevelEasy
- Costabout £0.10 a head
- Oven220°C (200°C fan)
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Whisk the eggs and sugar for 5 minutes until pale and thick.
5 min - 2
Slowly whisk in the oil, lemon zest and oat milk.
- 3
Fold in the flour and baking powder until just mixed. Cover and chill the batter for 30 minutes so it domes well.
30 min - 4
Heat the oven to 220°C (200°C fan). Line a 12 hole muffin tin with paper cases.
- 5
Spoon the batter into the cases, filling them three quarters full. Sprinkle with sugar.
- 6
Bake for 5 minutes, then drop the heat to 180°C (160°C fan) and bake for 12 minutes until golden and domed.
17 min
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