BritishDessert
Parkin Cake
Parkin is a classic British ginger cake, rich with golden syrup and black treacle, and given a bit of texture from oatmeal. It bakes up firm with a slightly crusty top, but the real magic happens after a few days of resting. Wrap it up tightly and let it sit for at least 3-5 days — it will transform, becoming wonderfully soft and sticky. You can keep it for up to 2 weeks, and it only gets better.
18 minServes 4

Method
3 steps · 18 min total
- 01
Prep Oven and Tin
Preheat your oven to 160°C (140°C fan/gas 3). Grease a deep 22cm/9in square cake tin, then line it with baking parchment. In a separate bowl, beat the 1 large egg and 4 tablespoons of milk together with a fork. - 02
Melt Syrup Mixture



