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Mary Berry's Classic Christmas Cake

A rich fruit cake soaked in brandy, covered with marzipan and royal icing, perfect for a traditional Christmas celebration.

BakingVegetarianFruitChristmasCake
Estimated Nutrition
Calories
1104.6
kcal / serving
11045.5 kcal total
Carbs
194.1g
per serving
1940.8 g total
Fat
31.5g
per serving
315.4 g total
Protein
10.8g
per serving
108.2 g total
Cook Time
270
minutes
Serves
10
people
Dietary
Vegetarian Vegan Dairy Free Gluten Free

Ingredients

BakingIngredients
250
g
Light Muscovado Sugar
1
tbsp
Black Treacle
1
g
Icing Sugar
For dusting
675
g
Marzipan
675
g
Icing Sugar
Sifted
1.5
tsp
Glycerine
CondimentsSauces
3
tbsp
Apricot Jam
Warmed and sieved
Dairy
250
g
Butter
Softened
4
piece
Eggs
Free-range, at room temperature
3
piece
Eggs
Free-range, whites only
Fruits
175
g
Raisins
350
g
Glacé Cherries
Natural, halved, rinsed, and thoroughly dried
500
g
Currants
350
g
Sultanas
2
piece
Orange
Zest only
3
tsp
Lemon Juice
GrainsCereals
250
g
Plain Flour
Liquids
150
ml
Brandy
Or sherry, plus extra for feeding
NutsSeeds
75
g
Almonds
Blanched and chopped
1.5
tsp
Mixed Spice

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