Jam Donut Tray Bake - The One Pot Chef

Ready in

60 mins

Cuisine

Australian · Dessert

Prep Time

15 min

Cook Time

35 min

Serving

8-12 servings

Difficulty

Easy

Calories / Serving

~350 kcal
Recipe by OnePotChefShow on YouTube
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Topping

Step-by-Step Instructions

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  1. Combine Dry Ingredients

    Add 2 cups of self-raising flour, 1/2 cup of plain or all-purpose flour, and 3/4 cup of caster sugar into a large mixing bowl. Mix with a wooden spoon until all ingredients are combined.

  2. Prepare Wet Ingredients

    In a jug, combine 2 lightly beaten eggs, 1/2 cup of vegetable oil, 1 cup of buttermilk (or thin runny yogurt), and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Mix with a fork until combined.

  3. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients

    Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients. Pour the wet ingredients into the well. Gently mix with a wooden spoon until just combined, being careful not to overmix.

  4. Prepare Baking Tray and First Cake Layer

    Grease and line an oven tray (approximately 3cm deep, like a Lamington or brownie tray) with non-stick baking paper. Carefully spread half of the cake mixture evenly over the surface of the prepared tray.

  5. Prepare Jam

    In a microwave-safe dish, combine 2 tablespoons of strawberry jam and 2 teaspoons of cold water. Microwave for , or until the jam is warm and runny.

  6. Add Jam and Second Cake Layer

    Drizzle the runny jam over the first cake layer. Dollop spoonfuls of the remaining cake mix over the jam to cover it.

  7. Add More Jam

    Place approximately 2 more tablespoons of jam in rows across the top of the cake mixture.

  8. Bake the Tray Bake

    Place the tray bake into a preheated oven at 200°C (400°F) for , or until a skewer inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.

  9. Add Butter and Cinnamon Sugar

    Once out of the oven, brush the surface of the cake (the non-jammed sections) with about 2 tablespoons of melted butter. In a small bowl, mix 1 tablespoon of white sugar and 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon to create cinnamon sugar. Sprinkle the cinnamon sugar over the entire tray bake.

  10. Cool and Serve

    Allow the jam donut tray bake to cool for at least before serving, as the jam will be very hot. Serve with ice cream or cream if desired.

Before You Cook

Helpful details before you start
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  • No Self-rising flour?

    • 1 cup all-purpose flour + 1 1/2 tsp baking powder + 1/4 tsp salt

  • No All-purpose flour?

    • White whole wheat flour (1:1)
    • 1 cup minus 2 tbsp + 2 tbsp cornstarch (cake flour swap)

  • No Egg?

    • 1 tbsp ground flax + 3 tbsp water (rest 5 min) — Per egg, best in baking.
    • 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce — Per egg, in sweet baked goods.
    • 1/4 cup silken tofu, blended — Per egg.

  • No Buttermilk?

    • 1 cup milk + 1 tbsp lemon juice (rest 5 min) — Most reliable in baking.
    • 1 cup milk + 1 tbsp white vinegar
    • 3/4 cup plain yogurt thinned with 1/4 cup milk

  • No Yogurt?

    • Sour cream (1:1)
    • Buttermilk (1:1, slightly thinner result)

  • No Vanilla extract?

    • Maple syrup (1:1)
    • Vanilla bean: 1 inch scraped (per 1 tsp extract)

  • No Butter?

    • 3/4 the amount of olive oil (for cooking, not baking)
    • Equal parts ghee — Slightly nuttier flavor.
    • Equal parts coconut oil (in baking)
AllergensThis recipe contains gluten and dairy and eggs.
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Variations

Simple ways to adapt this recipe.

  • Use any jam flavor youIngredient swap

    Use any jam flavor you prefer instead of strawberry.

  • Replace cinnamon with nutmeg in the toppingIngredient swap

    Or omit cinnamon entirely and use just white sugar.

  • Serve with ice cream orCustomise

    Serve with ice cream or whipped cream for an extra treat.

Helpful Tips

Small details that can improve the final result.

  • TipDo Not Overmix the Cake Batter

    Mix gently until just combined.

  • TipDon't Panic if the Wet

    Don't panic if the wet ingredient mixture looks curdled; it will come together during baking.

  • TipAllow the Tray Bake to

    Allow the tray bake to cool for at least 10 minutes before serving, as the jam will be extremely hot.

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