Gigantic Jaffa Cake

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 0
Gigantic Jaffa Cake recipe for your dessert table
in Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

95 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

6 eggs
12 ounces self-raising flour
12 ounces caster sugar
12 ounces unsalted butter
1 teaspoon baking powder
2 packets orange gelatin
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 orange , juice of
150 g milk chocolate , approximately

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
471
Sugar
46g
Fat
26g
Gigantic Jaffa Cake is a classic British dessert that has been enjoyed for generations. It consists of a light sponge cake flavored with orange and covered with a layer of orange jelly and milk chocolate. The combination of flavors and textures is unique and delicious. Whether you are hosting a party or just want a sweet treat after dinner, Gigantic Jaffa Cake is the perfect dessert.

Instructions

1.Preheat your oven to 180°C. Grease a 20cm round cake tin and line the base with baking parchment.
2.In a bowl, beat together the butter and sugar until pale and fluffy.
3.Whisk in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
4.Sieve in the flour and baking powder and fold it into the wet mixture.
5.Stir in the orange juice and mix well.
6.Pour the mixture into the prepared cake tin and bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until a skewer inserted into the middle of the cake comes out clean.
7.Once baked, remove from the oven and allow to cool in the tin for 10 minutes.
8.Remove and allow to cool on a wire rack.
9.Dissolve the orange jelly in 200ml of boiling water and allow to cool slightly.
10.Pour the jelly over the cooled cake and spread it evenly.
11.Leave the cake to set in the fridge for 1 hour.
12.Melt the chocolate in a heatproof bowl over a pan of simmering water. Once melted, pour it over the top of the jelly and spread it evenly. Chill again for 30 minutes before serving.

PROS

Gigantic Jaffa Cake is a wonderful dessert that is perfect for all occasions.

It is easy to make and requires only a few simple ingredients.

The combination of orange, chocolate, and cake will satisfy any sweet cravings.

CONS

The cake is high in sugar and fat, and therefore should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

If you have dietary requirements, this recipe might not be suitable for you as it contains gluten, eggs, and dairy.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While Gigantic Jaffa Cake is not the healthiest dessert, it can be enjoyed in moderation as a treat.
Oranges are rich in vitamin C, an important antioxidant that supports the immune system and helps the body absorb iron.
Dark chocolate has been linked to reducing the risk of heart disease and stroke.

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