Recipe Steps
- Preheated oven to 180°C/350°F/Gas 4. Greased and base line a 450g/1lb loaf tin.
- Cream butter/margarine and sugar.
- Beat in eggs, water and almond essence.
- Stir in sieved flour. Add sultanas and mix well.
- Transfer to prepared tin and bake in preheated oven for approx 45 minutes or until cake is golden brown and firm to the touch.
Junior Big Bake Competition
For over 180 years, Odlums has been at the heart of baking in Irish homes – it’s time to pass down the wooden spoon to the next generation.Â
Got a budding baker at home? Share their favourite bake and they could be in with a chance to win some fantastic prizes.
Whether your child is just starting out with flour covered hands, or is already a confident weekend baker, we’d love to see what they can create. From simple family favourites to show-stopping bakes, every creation has its place.



