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Mary Berry's Christmas cake bites

Mary Berry's Christmas Cake Bites for Festive Joy

Enjoy the festive joy with Mary Berry's Christmas cake bites, a delightful twist on the classic Christmas cake.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 20 bites
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: British
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 200 grams apricots Substitute with dried figs or dates for different flavor.
  • 100 milliliters brandy For a non-alcoholic option, use apple juice.
  • 150 grams butter Margarine can be used for a dairy-free version.
  • 200 grams light brown sugar Granulated sugar can provide a lighter sweetness.
  • 3 large eggs A vegan alternative is flaxseed meal mixed with water.
  • 250 grams plain flour Gluten-free flour can be a suitable substitute.
  • 150 grams raisins Consider using sultanas or cranberries as alternatives.
  • 100 grams currants Dried cherries can serve as a tasty replacement.
  • 100 grams cherries (quartered) Use dried cranberries for a delightful twist.
For the Topping
  • 100 grams apricot jam Honey is a great alternative for a different sweetness.
  • 200 grams almond paste (marzipan) Blend almond butter with powdered sugar for a substitute.
  • 250 grams white icing Fondant can also work well for decorating.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Oven
  • traybake tin
  • spatula
  • Skewer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by taking chopped apricots and immersing them in brandy in a small bowl. Allow them to soak overnight.
  2. Preheat your oven to 160ºC (Fan 140ºC/Gas 3) and prepare a 30 x 20 cm traybake tin.
  3. Cream together the softened butter and light brown sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then fold in the soaked apricots and dry ingredients.
  4. Pour the mixture into the prepared tin, leveling the surface. Bake for 1–1¼ hours.
  5. Let the cake cool in the tin. Brush the top with warm apricot jam, lay marzipan over it, and finish with white icing.
  6. Cut into bite-sized squares and serve on a festive platter.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These cake bites can be made up to two days in advance and stored in an airtight container for maximum freshness.

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