Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step‑by‑Step Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 160°C (320°F) and prepare your miniature cake tins by greasing or lining them.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and light brown sugar for 4-5 minutes until light and fluffy.
- Gradually add the beaten eggs, mixing on low speed for 1-2 minutes until fully blended.
- Sift the self-raising flour and ground mixed spice into the mixture, folding gently until just combined.
- Stir in the mixed dried fruit and brandy or orange juice until evenly distributed.
- Spoon the batter into the prepared tins, filling each about three-quarters full.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until lightly golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool the cakes in the tins for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- For icing, mix icing sugar with warm water until smooth and drizzle over cooled cakes if desired.
Nutrition
Notes
Ensure your butter and eggs are at room temperature for the best texture. Customize with different dried fruits for unique flavors each time!