Delicious and Moist Dundee Cake Recipe

Indulge in the rich flavors of the traditional Dundee Cake with this easy homemade recipe. This fruitcake is packed with a variety of dried fruits, almonds, and orange zest for a vibrant and decadent treat. Baked to perfection, the moist and dense texture of the cake is enhanced by the subtle hints of spices and the smooth glaze on top. Perfect for tea time or celebrations, this classic Scottish recipe will surely impress your family and friends.

Ingredients

• 200g (1 ½ cups) self-rising flour
• 200g (1 cup) unsalted butter, softened
• 200g (1 cup) packed brown sugar
• 4 eggs
• 200g (1 ½ cups) mixed dried fruit (such as currants, raisins, chopped dates, and candied peel)
• 100g (⅔ cup) blanched almonds, roughly chopped
• Zest of 1 orange
• 1 tsp mixed spice (a blend of cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice)
• 2 tbsp apricot jam
• Icing sugar, for dusting
• Edible glaze, for shiny finish (optional)

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 160°C (320°F) and grease a 20cm (8-inch) round cake tin with butter.
2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
4. Sift the self-rising flour over the batter and fold it in gently until fully combined.
5. Mix in the mixed dried fruit, chopped almonds, orange zest, and mixed spice.
6. Transfer the cake batter into the greased cake tin and smooth the top with a spatula.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 2 hours until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the tin for 10 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Once completely cooled, warm the apricot jam in a small saucepan or microwave until softened.
10. Brush the warm jam over the top of the cake to create a sticky glaze.
11. If desired, apply a thin layer of edible glaze for a shiny finish.
12. Dust the cake with icing sugar for the final touch.
13. Slice and serve the delicious Dundee Cake with a hot cup of tea or enjoy it as a dessert at your next gathering.

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