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🍊 Traditional Scottish Dundee Cake Recipe – Moist, Fruity & Elegant

Bake a classic Dundee Cake at home with this easy recipe! A rich Scottish fruit cake topped with almonds—perfect for Christmas, tea time, or any celebration.

📝 Introduction

Looking for a rich, elegant fruit cake that’s not too sweet or heavy? Meet the Dundee Cake—a traditional Scottish fruit cake packed with sultanas, currants, orange zest, and topped with blanched almonds in a beautiful circle pattern. It’s lighter than a Christmas cake but just as flavorful—perfect for tea time or festive occasions.

🍰 Ingredients

For the Cake:

  • 175g (¾ cup) unsalted butter, softened
  • 175g (¾ cup) light brown sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 225g (1¾ cup) all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 50g (⅓ cup) ground almonds
  • 100g (¾ cup) sultanas
  • 100g (¾ cup) currants or raisins
  • 50g (¼ cup) chopped candied peel
  • Zest of 1 orange
  • 2 tbsp milk
  • 1 tsp mixed spice (optional)
  • ½ tsp cinnamon
  • ½ tsp nutmeg

For Decoration:

  • 30–40 blanched whole almonds (for topping)

👨‍🍳 Instructions

Step 1: Prep the Oven and Tin

Preheat oven to 160°C (320°F).
Grease and line a 20cm (8-inch) round cake tin with parchment paper.

Step 2: Cream Butter and Sugar

Beat the butter and sugar together until pale and fluffy.
Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. If the batter curdles, add 1 tbsp of flour.

Step 3: Add Dry Ingredients and Fruit

Sift in the flour, baking powder, and spices.
Fold in ground almonds, dried fruits, orange zest, and milk to create a thick batter.

Step 4: Transfer and Decorate

Spoon the batter into the prepared tin. Smooth the top.
Arrange the blanched almonds in concentric circles for the traditional Dundee look.

Step 5: Bake

Bake for 1 hour 30 minutes to 1 hour 45 minutes or until a skewer comes out clean.
Cover loosely with foil after 1 hour to prevent over-browning.

Step 6: Cool and Serve

Let the cake cool in the tin for 15 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack.
Cool completely before slicing.

💡 Tips for Perfect Dundee Cake

  • Soak your dried fruits in orange juice overnight for extra moistness.
  • Do not overmix the batter after adding the flour to keep the cake light.
  • Store the cake in an airtight container—it gets better after a day or two!

📦 Storage and Shelf Life

Store in an airtight tin at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
You can also wrap and freeze it (without almonds) for up to 3 months.

📌 Variations

  • Swap candied peel with dried cherries or apricots.
  • Add a splash of whisky or brandy for a festive twist.
  • Make it gluten-free by using almond flour and a GF baking mix.

🔎 FAQ

Q: What makes Dundee cake different from Christmas cake?
A: Dundee cake is lighter, less sweet, and not covered in icing or marzipan. It’s more about citrusy flavors and almond topping.

Q: Can I use self-raising flour?
A: Yes, but reduce or omit the baking powder.

Q: Is it suitable for gifting?
A: Absolutely! Dundee cake travels well and looks beautiful when wrapped.

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📝 Final Thoughts

The Dundee Cake is a timeless Scottish treasure that deserves a spot in every baker’s recipe book. Whether you're baking for Christmas, Hogmanay, or a cozy tea-time treat, this light fruit cake with its almond crown is sure to impress!

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