Originating during the Middle Ages, simnel cake was made for the middle Sunday of Lent, when the 40-day fast would be relaxed. During the late 19th century, 11 marzipan balls began...
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Description
Originating during the Middle Ages, simnel cake was made for the middle Sunday of Lent, when the 40-day fast would be relaxed. During the late 19th century, 11 marzipan balls began to be used as decoration, representing the loyal apostles. Traditional, moist and rich in fruit, the cake has a generous layer of marzipan through the centre and is decorated with 11 marzipan balls.
Size & Additional Information
700g
Tin 15cm long
Contains: nuts (almonds), wheat (gluten), egg, milk and sulphur dioxide
May contain traces of soya
Suitable for vegetarians; not suitable for vegans
The tin colour will now be green rather than blue
Tin 15cm long
Contains: nuts (almonds), wheat (gluten), egg, milk and sulphur dioxide
May contain traces of soya
Suitable for vegetarians; not suitable for vegans
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Reviews
Overall product rating 4.5/5
14 April 2021
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Very nice cake, well covered with marzipan
30 March 2021
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Have still to taste the cake as it's not Easter yet. However, if it tastes as good as it looks that will be ok.
25 March 2021
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Good value for money. Very datisfief
21 March 2019
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Looks good, but haven't tasted it yet.
20 February 2019
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Why? They taste good. Is that what you meant?
26 March 2018
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Second time have had this cake and it was just as good.
