Try a Taste of Easter Tradition with Fitzbillies' Simnel Cake

Fitzbillies Simnel Cake

Although simnel cakes are an Easter tradition dating back to the Middle Ages, Fitzbillies is one of the few bakeries currently baking them, making it a stand out Easter dessert this year. In recent years simnel cakes have experienced a revival in popularity, as beloved by Marry Berry, making them perfect for family gatherings and gifts, and for those wanting to branch out from chocolate eggs and other common seasonal treats.  

A lighter fruit cake than traditional Christmas cake, simnel cakes are a delicious blend of rich fruit topped and layered with marzipan for a perfect balance of warm spices, classic sultana studded cake, and sweet icing. Our cakes are baked in our local artisanal bakery using premium fruits and spices and homemake marzipan. The result? A uniquely luxurious seasonal cake.

History

Simnel cake has been around for hundreds of years and was originally made during Mothering Sunday and associated with lent. The cake is now widely eaten on Easter through the UK. Traditonal round simnel cakes are decorated with 11 marzipan balls, symbolising the 11 apostles, excluding Judas. Fitzbillies offers a simnel bar cake. 

Where to Buy

Fitzbillies' simnel cake is available in-store at our local branches and online for a limited time for April. Enjoy the special Easter treat to share with your family or friends or simply bite into one yourself. Order your simnel cake today while is supplies last!