Wild Garlic Butter Cake:

Here’s a recipe for a delicious Wild Garlic Butter Cake:

Ingredients:

For the Cake:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs, room temperature
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1 cup finely chopped wild garlic

For the Butter Topping:

• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1/4 cup finely chopped wild garlic
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven and prepare the pan:
   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
   • Grease and lightly flour a 9-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.
2. Prepare the cake batter:
   • In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
   • In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy using an electric mixer.
   • Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
   • Add the milk and mix until combined.
   • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
   • Fold in the chopped wild garlic gently until evenly distributed.
3. Bake the cake:
   • Pour the cake batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
   • Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center of the cake comes out clean.
   • Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then transfer the cake to a wire rack to cool completely.
4. Prepare the butter topping:
   • In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, chopped wild garlic, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
5. Add the topping:
   • Once the cake has cooled slightly, brush the wild garlic butter mixture over the top of the cake.
   • Allow the butter to soak into the cake and the flavors to meld for a few minutes.
6. Serve:
   • Cut the wild garlic butter cake into slices and serve warm. This cake pairs well with a salad or as an accompaniment to a savory meal.

Tips:

• Storage: Store any leftover cake in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Customization: You can adjust the amount of wild garlic to your taste or substitute it with other fresh herbs like chives or parsley if desired.
• Serving Suggestions: Serve the cake as a savory treat for brunch or as a side dish for dinner.

Enjoy your Wild Garlic Butter Cake! Let me know if you have any more questions.