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This classic and very traditional Easter Simnel cake is one that you really ought to try at home. And if a Simnel cake is too big a step for you then check out my super easy Simnel Cake Cookies instead. Simnel cake is basically a fruit cake with quite a lot of marzipan involved. But making a fruit cake is easy.
Celebrate Easter with a springtime seasonal bake. This classic simnel cake is packed with dried fruit and spices and topped with marzipan Put the sultanas, currants and mixed peel in a bowl with the lemon juice, orange juice, and brandy, if using. Mix well, cover and leave to soak overnight.
In a separate bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, ground almonds and mixed spice. Use a large metal spoon to gently fold the flour mixture into the butter mixture followed by the soaked dried fruit, any soaking liquid and orange zest. Add ½ of the cake batter to the prepared cake tin, smooth the surface and put aside.
Usually a simnel cake is a round cake, made with two layers of fruitcake, sandwiched together with a layer of marzipan (almond paste). The cake is then topped with a second layer of marzipan and 11 lightly toasted marzipan balls, said to represent Jesus’ disciples (minus Judas!).
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