Dundee Cake with Hot Marmalade Sauce

Vegetarian
Health score
4%
Dundee Cake with Hot Marmalade Sauce
45 min.
8
624kcal

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of Dundee Cake, a beloved traditional dessert that is perfect for any occasion. This Scottish classic combines a rich blend of dried fruits, candied orange peel, and freshly grated orange zest to create a moist, flavorful cake that will tantalize your taste buds. What sets this cake apart is its stunning presentation, adorned with whole blanched almonds that give it a charming finish.

Your taste experience doesn't end there—this cake is lovingly complemented by a warm Hot Marmalade Sauce, made with zesty orange marmalade and a splash of whisky for an extra kick. This luscious sauce not only enhances the cake's flavor but also adds an appealing sheen, making your dessert look as good as it tastes.

This recipe is entirely vegetarian and comes together swiftly in just 45 minutes, making it an ideal choice for those spontaneous gatherings or a special family dinner. With a serving size that generously accommodates eight, this cake is perfect for sharing with friends and loved ones. Whether you’re celebrating a holiday or simply treating yourself to something sweet, the Dundee Cake with Hot Marmalade Sauce is sure to impress, leaving everyone craving a second slice. So, roll up your sleeves and prepare for an experience of delectable flavors and thoughtful aromas that will surely brighten your day!

Ingredients

  • 1.8 cups flour 
  • teaspoon double-acting baking powder 
  • servings blanched almonds and whole
  • 0.3 cup candied orange peel chopped
  • 0.8 cup currants dried
  • large eggs 
  • 0.8 cup golden raisins 
  • 0.7 cup orange marmalade 
  • 1.5 teaspoons orange zest grated
  •  cranberry-orange relish 
  • 0.1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice 
  • 0.8 cup raisins dark
  • 0.8 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.8 cup sugar 
  • servings garnish: whipped cream sweetened
  • 0.8 cup butter unsalted room temperature ()
  • tablespoons irish whiskey 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • baking paper
  • oven
  • hand mixer
  • cake form

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 300°F. Butter 8-inch-diameter cake pan with 2-inch-high sides; line bottom with parchment paper. Sift flour, baking powder, salt, and spice into medium bowl. Using electric mixer, beat butter, sugar, whisky, and grated orange peel in large bowl until fluffy. Beat in eggs 1 at a time. Stir in dry ingredients, then all dried fruits and candied peel.
  2. Transfer batter to prepared pan.
  3. Bake cake 1 hour.
  4. Remove cake from oven.
  5. Brush top with 2 tablespoons marmalade. Arrange almonds around edge, pressing lightly to adhere.
  6. Bake cake until tester inserted into center comes out clean, about 20 minutes longer. Cool cake completely in pan on rack. (Can be made 3 days ahead. Cover; store at room temperature.) Turn cake out of pan; peel off parchment.
  7. Place upright on plate.
  8. Combine marmalade and whisky in medium saucepan.
  9. Cut all peel and white pith from oranges. Working over bowl to catch juices, cut between membranes, releasing orange segments.
  10. Add 2 tablespoons orange juice from bowl to saucepan. Stir over medium-low heat until marmalade melts and sauce is heated through, about 5 minutes.
  11. Transfer sauce to serving bowl.
  12. Serve cake with warm sauce, orange segments, and whipped cream.
  13. High-quality candied orange peel is available at most candy shops.

Nutrition Facts

Calories624kcal
Protein4.87%
Fat30.32%
Carbs64.81%

Properties

Glycemic Index
61.26
Glycemic Load
45.34
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
13.817825960076%

Flavonoids

Hesperetin
17.85mg
Naringenin
10.03mg
Luteolin
0.12mg
Kaempferol
0.45mg
Myricetin
0.1mg
Quercetin
0.62mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:624.19kcal
31.21%
Fat:21.48g
33.05%
Saturated Fat:12.5g
78.12%
Carbohydrates:103.33g
34.44%
Net Carbohydrates:98.53g
35.83%
Sugar:63.03g
70.03%
Cholesterol:120.06mg
40.02%
Sodium:333.71mg
14.51%
Alcohol:2.03g
100%
Alcohol %:1.07%
100%
Protein:7.76g
15.53%
Vitamin C:38.45mg
46.6%
Selenium:16.27µg
23.25%
Vitamin B1:0.32mg
21.63%
Folate:84.5µg
21.12%
Vitamin B2:0.35mg
20.34%
Manganese:0.39mg
19.39%
Fiber:4.8g
19.21%
Vitamin A:850.85IU
17.02%
Potassium:527.6mg
15.07%
Iron:2.68mg
14.88%
Phosphorus:142.9mg
14.29%
Copper:0.26mg
12.79%
Vitamin B3:2.41mg
12.04%
Calcium:119mg
11.9%
Vitamin B6:0.2mg
10.14%
Magnesium:33.33mg
8.33%
Vitamin E:1.15mg
7.68%
Vitamin B5:0.65mg
6.53%
Vitamin D:0.72µg
4.79%
Zinc:0.69mg
4.58%
Vitamin B12:0.22µg
3.67%
Vitamin K:2.69µg
2.56%
Source:Epicurious