Simple snowflake cake

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Simple snowflake cake
30 min.
20
199kcal

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If you're looking to bring a touch of enchantment to your holiday table, the Simple Snowflake Cake is a delightful choice! This stunning cake perfectly marries aesthetics with flavor, making it an ideal centerpiece for festive gatherings or special occasions. With its elegant snowflake decoration, this cake isn't just a treat for the taste buds; it’s a feast for the eyes as well. Plus, it's gluten-free and dairy-free, which means everyone can enjoy a slice without worry.

This recipe is quick to whip up, taking just 30 minutes to prepare, which is perfect for busy bakers or those new to cake decorating. The base is a moist and delicious Christmas cake, which you can either make at home or pick up from your favorite bakery. Topped with a smooth layer of marzipan and adorned with sparkling silver dragees, this cake radiates holiday cheer. The addition of vibrant ribbons adds a whimsical touch, transforming your dessert into a festive work of art.

So, gather your ingredients and let your creativity flow! Whether you're making this for a holiday party, a family gathering, or as a special treat for yourself, the Simple Snowflake Cake is sure to impress and delight all who get to savor it.

Ingredients

  • tbsp clear honey 
  • 20 servings approx 65cm clear snowflake ribbon (available from Paperchase)
  •  egg whites 
  • 500 icing sugar sifted
  • 20 servings cm round christmas cake homemade bought well (see 'Goes with' recipe)
  • 300 marzipan 
  • 20 servings approx 65cm wide silver ribbon (available from cake decorating suppliers or stationers)
  • 20 servings silver dragees 
  • 20 servings silver dragees 

Equipment

  • cake form

Directions

  1. Brush the top of the Christmas cake with honey.
  2. Roll out the marzipan, then trim to fit the top of the cake, using the cake itself or the cake tin as a template.
  3. Lay the marzipan on top of the cake, then press down lightly.Lightly beat the egg whites with a fork, just to break them up, then gradually beat in the sifted icing sugar until you have an icing that forms soft peaks. Beat in the glycerine to stop the icing from getting too hard.
  4. Spread and thickly swirl the icing over the marzipan, then scatter with silver dragees. Decorate by wrapping round a silver ribbon and then the clear snowflake ribbon.

Nutrition Facts

Calories199kcal
Protein4.38%
Fat17.78%
Carbs77.84%

Properties

Glycemic Index
5.23
Glycemic Load
3.46
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
2.5965217626451%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:198.77kcal
9.94%
Fat:4.04g
6.21%
Saturated Fat:0.32g
2.02%
Carbohydrates:39.78g
13.26%
Net Carbohydrates:39.31g
14.29%
Sugar:37.45g
41.61%
Cholesterol:1.02mg
0.34%
Sodium:16.98mg
0.74%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.24g
4.47%
Vitamin E:1.8mg
12.02%
Manganese:0.23mg
11.74%
Magnesium:21.6mg
5.4%
Vitamin B2:0.08mg
4.48%
Phosphorus:40.32mg
4.03%
Copper:0.07mg
3.67%
Vitamin B3:0.57mg
2.84%
Iron:0.5mg
2.79%
Folate:9.75µg
2.44%
Fiber:0.47g
1.88%
Zinc:0.25mg
1.67%
Selenium:1.06µg
1.51%
Potassium:51.07mg
1.46%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.27%
Calcium:12.63mg
1.26%