Simnel Cake
Indulge in the timeless delight of Simnel Cake, a rich fruitcake layered with smooth marzipan, perfect for Easter celebrations and family gatherings. With its warm spices and sweet aroma, this cake encapsulates nostalgia and comfort in every slice. Whether served as a festive centerpiece or cherished dessert, Simnel Cake promises to impress your loved ones with both its flavor and beautiful presentation.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups dried mixed fruit (sultanas, currants, raisins)
- 1 cup ground almonds
- 4 large eggs, room temperature
- 2 tsp mixed spice powder (cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger)
- 8 oz marzipan (for topping)
- 1/4 cup apricot jam (for glaze)
- Blanched whole almonds (for decoration)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C). Prepare an 8-inch round cake pan by greasing it.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Gradually sift in the flour and mixed spice powder. Gently fold in the ground almonds and dried mixed fruits until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for about 1 hour or until a skewer comes out clean.
- Once cooled, brush the top with apricot jam and cover with rolled-out marzipan.
- Decorate with blanched almonds and caramelize under a broiler until golden.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (120g)
- Calories: 345
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 98mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 67mg