scottish dundee cake – a festive dessert!

Absolutely, the Scottish Dundee Cake is a classic and festive dessert, perfect for celebrations. Here’s a traditional recipe to help you make this rich and flavorful cake:

Scottish Dundee Cake Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 4 large eggs
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour (for coating fruits)
• 2 cups mixed dried fruits (raisins, sultanas, currants, candied peel)
• 1/2 cup blanched almonds, whole or chopped
• Zest of 1 lemon
• Zest of 1 orange
• 1 tablespoon apricot jam or marmalade (for glazing)

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:
   • Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease and line an 8-inch round cake pan with parchment paper.
2. Prepare Dried Fruits:
   • In a bowl, toss the mixed dried fruits with 1 tablespoon of flour. This helps prevent them from sinking to the bottom of the cake during baking.
3. Cream Butter and Sugar:
   • In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Add Eggs:
   • Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
5. Combine Dry Ingredients:
   • In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 cups of flour, baking powder, and salt.

1. Add Dry Ingredients:
   • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter and sugar mixture, mixing until just combined.
2. Add Fruits and Nuts:
   • Fold in the mixed dried fruits, blanched almonds, lemon zest, and orange zest.
3. Bake:
   • Transfer the batter to the prepared cake pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
   • Bake in the preheated oven for 1.5 to 2 hours or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean. If the top is browning too quickly, cover it with foil.
4. Cool:
   • Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 15-20 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
5. Glaze:
   • Warm the apricot jam or marmalade in a small saucepan. Strain to remove any pieces.
   • Brush the top of the cooled cake with the warm jam for a glossy finish.
6. Serve:
   • Once the glaze has set, slice and serve your delicious Scottish Dundee Cake.

Enjoy the rich, fruity flavors of this traditional Scottish dessert, perfect for any festive occasion!