Queen Cakes

Ingredients: (makes 11)

115 g. unsalted butter (softened)

70 g. caster sugar

2 large eggs (lightly beaten)

4 tsp. lemon juice

175 g. self-raising flour

100 g. currants

3 tbsp. milk

Methods:

1. In a mixer bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy.  Gradually beat in the eggs, then beat in the lemon juice with 1 tablespoon of the flour.  Fold the remaining flour, currants and milk.  Spoon  the mixture using an ice-cream scoop into the paper cases, place over a muffin pan.
2. Bake in a preheated oven of 190 degree Celsius for 15-20 minutes, or until well risen and springy to the touch.
3. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
4. Afternoon tea is served....

This recipe is adapted from a recipe book 'Love Food' with slight adjustments to suit my baking preference.