Description

This Classic Simnel Cake features a delightful blend of dried fruits and marzipan, perfect for Easter gatherings. Its moist texture and subtle flavors make it a comforting choice for any occasion, while the simple prep allows anyone to bake this delectable treat at home.

Ingredients

Scale

150 g unsalted butter or margarine – soft and at room temperature
2 large eggs
150 g soft light brown sugar – you could also use dark brown or muscovado sugar
150 g self raising flour
150 g ground almonds
300 g mixed dried fruit
100 g glacé cherries
225 ml amaretto liqueur – see recipe faqs for alternatives
150 g marzipan
zest of 1 orange
2 tsp ground mixed spice
⅛ tsp salt
410 g marzipan
a little icing sugar

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Instructions

Roughly chop your glacé cherries (100g).
Place your chopped glacé cherries and dried mixed fruit (300g) into a large bowl. Add the Amaretto liqueur (225ml). Cover the bowl and soak the fruit in the liqueur overnight.

Notes

For better flavor, soak the fruits overnight in Amaretto liqueur.
You can use different types of sugar for a richer taste.
Ensure marzipan is at room temperature for easy handling.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 350
Sugar: 25 g
Sodium: 200 mg
Fat: 16 g
Saturated Fat: 4 g
Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 42 g
Fiber: 2 g
Protein: 5 g
Cholesterol: 55 mg