Make this easy Simnel Cake Recipe and celebrate Easter with a sweet, nutty, and boozy Irish and British classic Easter fruitcake!
In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment (or with a large bowl and a handheld electric mixer), beat the butter and brown sugar together on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes.
In a medium bowl, combine the flour, almonds, mixed spice, baking powder and salt, then gradually add this to the butter mixture.
Brush the top of the cake with the apricot jam and place the marzipan circle on top of the cake. You can crimp the edges to create a ruffle pattern if you wish.