Cooking & Baking

What is parkin?

By Carol Wilson – Food writer
For food writer, Carol Wilson, Bonfire Night is all about the parkin. Discover how this popular gingerbread cake became a seasonal tradition, and try our perfect parkin recipes.

What is parkin made of?

Parkin is a traditional northern British cake perfect for chilly nights, with its deeply warming, spiced flavour and satisfying texture. It’s made with oatmeal, which gives it a rustic, slightly coarse bite, beautifully balanced by the rich sweetness of treacle or golden syrup. As it bakes, these ingredients come together to create a dense, sticky crumb that only gets better with time, becoming even more moist and flavourful after a few days.

Brown sugar adds a hint of caramel, but the real star of the show is ground ginger, which delivers a gentle warmth that pairs perfectly with the treacle’s dark, intense sweetness. A touch of self-raising flour and eggs gives the cake enough lift, keeping it satisfyingly chewy while ensuring a lighter finish. It’s a must-have treat for Bonfire Night or whenever you’re craving a bit of cosy indulgence.

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