This recipe is perfect for those who love traditional Christmas cake but maybe can’t be bothered to make a full size traditional cake! The sponge contains rum soaked mixed fruit & the frosting contains almond extract to give a hint of marzipan. The recipe is adapted from The Hummingbird Bakery’s ‘Cake Days’ book. Ingredients (to
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This recipe has been my Christmas Cake recipe of choice for the past couple of years. It’s a classic, richly fruited Christmas cake taken from Paul Hollywood’s ‘How To Bake’ cookbook. It can be enjoyed as it is or decorated with marzipan and icing for a festive showstopper! Some preparation is needed the day before
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