Jewel Cakes

Brighten up your tea time with these delightful Jewel Cakes, a classic treat that's as beautiful as it is delicious. These buttery, tender mini cakes are studded with vibrant candied fruits like glacé cherries and citrus peel, giving them a dazzling, jewel-like appearance that's perfect for any celebration. With just a hint of vanilla, these lightly sweetened cakes are baked to golden perfection and can be finished with a dusting of powdered sugar for an elegant touch. Quick and easy to make, Jewel Cakes are ready in under an hour and make a stunning addition to afternoon tea spreads, holiday gatherings, or any occasion that calls for a little sparkle. Keywords: jewel cakes recipe, candied fruit cakes, holiday desserts, tea cakes, easy baked goods.

Nutriscore Rating: 40/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 200 grams All-purpose flour
• 150 grams Unsalted butter, softened
• 150 grams Granulated sugar
• 3 pieces Eggs, large
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 2 tablespoons Milk
• 100 grams Candied fruits (e.g., glacé cherries, citrus peel, etc.), finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners or grease the tin thoroughly.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 4

Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined; do not overmix.

Step 6

Gently fold in the finely chopped candied fruits to distribute them evenly throughout the batter.

Step 7

Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about two-thirds full.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center of a cake comes out clean.

Step 9

Remove the tin from the oven and let the cakes cool in the tin for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Optional: Once cooled, lightly dust the tops of the cakes with powdered sugar for an elegant finish.

Step 11

Serve and enjoy your Jewel Cakes with a cup of tea or as a delightful dessert!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	804.9 grams (804.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2999

Total Fat 139.40g	179%
Saturated Fat 82.20g	411%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 888mg	296%
Sodium 1305mg	57%
Total Carbohydrate 407.80g	148%
Dietary Fiber 6.90g	25%
Total Sugars 232.50g
Protein 41.20g	82%

Vitamin D 133IU	665%
Calcium 201mg	15%
Iron 13mg	71%
Potassium 558mg	12%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 41.1%

Protein: 5.4%

Carbs: 53.5%