Gluten Free Simnel Cake Mary Berry

Simnel cake has been a traditional Easter favorite for centuries, and this gluten-free version of the classic recipe by Mary Berry is sure to become a family favorite. The cake is moist and flavorful, and the topping of marzipan gives it a special Easter touch. This recipe is perfect for those who are gluten-free and can be easily modified to make it dairy-free as well.

Ingredients

175g (6 oz) butter, softened
175g (6 oz) caster sugar
3 large eggs
225g (8 oz) gluten-free self-raising flour
2 teaspoons gluten-free baking powder
Grated zest of 1 lemon
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
175g (6 oz) dried mixed fruit
50g (2 oz) flaked almonds
50g (2 oz) chopped mixed peel
3 tablespoons milk
2 tablespoons apricot jam
225g (8 oz) marzipan

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 180°C/fan 160°C/gas 4. Grease and line a 20cm (8 inch) round cake tin with baking paper.

Cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, sifting in the gluten-free flour and baking powder as you go.

Stir in the lemon zest, cinnamon, dried fruit, almonds, mixed peel and milk until everything is combined.

Spoon the mixture into the prepared tin, making sure it is evenly spread. Bake in the preheated oven for 45–50 minutes until golden brown and a skewer inserted into the centre comes out clean.

Once the cake is cooled, heat the apricot jam until it is runny, then brush it over the cake. Roll out the marzipan and cut out a 20cm (8 inch) circle. Place it on top of the cake and press down lightly. Decorate with flaked almonds and bake for a further 10 minutes.

Allow the cake to cool before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition

This delicious gluten-free Simnel cake is packed full of nutrients and vitamins. Each slice contains approximately:

Calories: 515
Fat: 26.4g
Saturated Fat: 12.3g
Protein: 8.3g
Carbohydrates: 61.2g
Dietary Fibre: 2.9g
Sugar: 29.4g
Sodium: 0.2g

This cake is a great way to enjoy a delicious treat while still getting the nutrition your body needs. It's perfect for those who are gluten intolerant or following a gluten-free diet. Enjoy!