Description
Indulge in the enchanting flavors of simnel cake, a delightful blend of moist, spiced cake studded with sweet currants and topped with a luscious layer of marzipan. Perfect for Easter celebrations or any festive occasion, this cake evokes cherished memories and family traditions with every bite. Easy to make and beautifully presented, it’s the perfect centerpiece for your spring gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (sifted)
- 1 tsp mixed spices (cinnamon, nutmeg)
- 1 cup currants or raisins (plump)
- 7 oz marzipan
- 3 tbsp apricot jam
- Zest of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a round cake pan.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy (about 5 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next.
- Sift together flour and mixed spices, then gradually fold into the wet ingredients.
- Gently incorporate the currants and lemon zest into the batter.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and bake for about 1 hour or until golden brown; check doneness with a toothpick.
- Once cooled, spread apricot jam on top and layer with marzipan.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg