Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (160°C fan) or 350°F. Grease and line a 9x9-inch traybake tin.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat together softened butter and light brown sugar until pale and fluffy.
- Gradually add the eggs, beating well after each addition.
- Sift the self-raising flour and baking powder into the mixture and fold in gently.
- Dissolve the instant coffee granules in hot water and stir into the batter along with walnuts if using.
- Pour the batter into the prepared tin and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Allow the traybake to cool completely in the tin.
- Beat the softened butter with icing sugar until light and fluffy, then mix in dissolved coffee.
- Spread the coffee icing over the cooled traybake and garnish with walnut halves if desired.
Nutrition
Notes
Ensure your butter is fully softened for easy mixing and a lighter sponge. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days, or refrigerate for longer storage.
