{"product_id":"square-mixed-fruit-cake-1","title":"Square Mixed Fruit Cake","description":"\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRight. This one’s for the people who love a proper fruitcake – the kind with plump raisins, sultanas, currants, mixed peel, and a hint of spice. Not the dry, crumbly kind. A moist, rich, flavoursome fruitcake that tastes like Christmas and birthdays and everything in between. And it’s square – because squares are easier to slice into neat portions, and they look lovely on a plate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSomeone asked me a while back: “can you make a traditional mixed fruit cake but not round? Square would be easier for my mum’s coffee morning. We’re in Grove Park.”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI said yeah, course. I made a square fruitcake, packed it with soaked dried fruit, a touch of brandy (or orange juice for alcohol‑free), and a warm blend of cinnamon and nutmeg. Then I brushed it with apricot jam and topped it with a few almonds. She said it was just like her gran’s. That’s a win.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSo here it is: Square Mixed Fruit Cake – available for delivery and collection across Bromley, Downham, Grove Park, Sydenham, Catford \u0026amp; Bellingham.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt’s a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003esquare cake\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, about 7 inches. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeeds 6–10 people\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Perfect for a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChristmas celebration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebirthday\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecoffee morning\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eafternoon tea\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEaster\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, or any time you want a proper, old‑fashioned fruitcake.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat’s in it?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSponge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – a dense, moist fruitcake base. Packed with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003emixed dried fruit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: raisins, sultanas, currants, chopped dates, and mixed citrus peel. I soak the fruit in tea, brandy, or orange juice for at least 24 hours before baking – keeps it juicy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpice\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – warm cinnamon, nutmeg, and a pinch of allspice. Not too much – just enough to make you think of winter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFilling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – no filling needed, but I can add a layer of marzipan or a thin spread of apricot jam if you like.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrosting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – a light dusting of icing sugar, or a simple glaze, or a layer of marzipan and royal icing – you choose. For a traditional look, I recommend a thin almond paste and a smooth white icing on top.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe square shape\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – sharp edges, easy to slice into even squares. Perfect for sharing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe look\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – you can keep it rustic with just a dusting of sugar, or go full celebration with icing and a few glacé cherries and almonds on top.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt’s the cake that takes time to make, and you can taste the patience. Rich, fruity, and full of love.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWho buys this?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChristmas cake\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – the classic festive centrepiece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBirthday cake\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – for someone who loves traditional flavours.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCoffee morning cake\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – slices beautifully, serves a crowd.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfternoon tea\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – a square fruitcake is very British.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEaster celebration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – fruitcake isn’t just for Christmas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJust because\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – you want a proper, old‑school cake.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHonestly? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnyone who thinks fruitcake gets a bad rap – and wants to prove it’s delicious.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan I get it alcohol‑free?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. I soak the fruit in orange juice or cold tea instead of brandy. Still moist and flavourful.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan I add marzipan and icing?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. Traditional Christmas style – a layer of marzipan, then a smooth layer of royal icing or fondant. It’s extra special.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan I add a message or name?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCourse. “Happy Christmas”, “Happy Birthday”, “Mum” – I’ll pipe it in icing or write on a little sugar plaque.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow much notice?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt least a week for fruitcake – the fruit needs time to soak and the cake needs to mature. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrder online\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e or message me – I’ll be honest.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCollection or delivery?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCollect from our Bromley shop\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e or \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eget local delivery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to Downham, Grove Park, Sydenham, Catford, Bellingham – all within easy reach.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne thing to mention…\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a proper fruitcake – it’s dense and rich. A small slice goes a long way. It keeps for weeks if stored in an airtight tin (and even improves with age). If you want it without nuts, just ask – I can leave out the almonds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRight. That’s the Square Mixed Fruit Cake done.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor the people who believe that fruitcake is unfairly maligned. 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