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Biscoff Cake Traybake Recipe

Quick and Easy Biscoff Cake Traybake Recipe

This Biscoff cake traybake is a must-try for anyone who loves the sweet, spiced flavor of Biscoff cookies. Whether you enjoy it as a family treat, bring it to a party, or simply indulge in a slice with a cup of tea, this recipe is guaranteed to impress. Its fluffy texture, complemented by the rich Biscoff buttercream and crunchy biscuit topping, is a perfect balance of flavors.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course: Baking
Cuisine: British
Calories: 321

Ingredients
  

For the Cake:
  • 300 g 1 ¾ cups plain flour (all-purpose flour)
  • 330 g 1 ⅔ cups light brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • ½ tbsp bicarbonate of soda
  • ½ tsp ground cinnamon
  • 200 g 7/8 cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 4 medium eggs room temperature
  • 120 ml ½ cup whole or semi-skimmed milk (room temperature)
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract or vanilla bean paste
  • 8 Lotus Biscoff biscuits blitzed into a fine powder
For the Buttercream:
  • 260 g 1 ¾ cups icing sugar (powdered sugar)
  • 150 g ⅔ cup unsalted butter (softened)
  • 160 g ⅔ cup Biscoff spread or Trader Joe’s Speculoos Cookie Butter
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract or vanilla bean paste
  • 3 tbsp milk or double cream adjust as needed
For the Topping:
  • 8 Lotus Biscoff biscuits roughly chopped
  • 2 tbsp Biscoff spread optional, for drizzling

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 170°C (340°F). Grease a 9×13-inch cake tin with cake release spray and line with baking paper, leaving overhanging edges for easy removal.
  2. Prepare the dry ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cinnamon, baking powder, bicarbonate of soda, and Biscoff biscuit crumbs. Stir until well mixed.
  3. Mix wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the softened butter, eggs, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and fluffy.
  4. Combine: Gradually fold the wet ingredients into the dry mixture. Use a spatula to combine, being careful not to overmix.
  5. Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared cake tin and level it out. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the cake is golden, springy to the touch, and a skewer inserted comes out clean.
  6. Cool: Allow the cake to cool in the tin for 10 minutes, then lift it out using the baking paper and cool completely on a wire rack.
  7. Prepare the buttercream: In a bowl, combine the softened butter, icing sugar, Biscoff spread, and vanilla extract. Beat on low speed to combine, then increase the speed and add milk or cream to reach a smooth, spreadable consistency.
  8. Frost the cake: Spread the Biscoff buttercream over the cooled cake using an offset spatula. Garnish with chopped Biscoff biscuits and drizzle with melted Biscoff spread if desired.
  9. Serve: Slice the cake into squares and serve.

Notes

  • If using self-raising flour, reduce the baking powder to 1 tsp and omit the bicarbonate of soda.
  • Room temperature ingredients: For the best texture, ensure all ingredients, including butter and eggs, are at room temperature.
  • Storage: Store the cake at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 3 days. It can also be refrigerated if the weather is particularly hot.

Nutritional Facts (per serving):

  • Calories: 321 kcal
  • Carbohydrates: 56g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 55mg
  • Sodium: 171mg
  • Potassium: 128mg
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Sugar: 41g
  • Vitamin A: 307 IU
  • Vitamin C: 9mg
  • Calcium: 47mg
  • Iron: 1mg