We had lovely weather for our walk and decided that 70°F is the perfect temperature!
I wanted to give an update on my 1st British Christmas cake! (inspired by @beryl) I’ve been following Mary Berry’s recipe. After feeding the cake once/week with brandy, the next step is to apply a thin layer of warm apricot jam and cover with marzipan the week before Christmas. I couldn’t find marzipan so made it from almonds, powdered sugar and several teaspoons of water. It was easy and fun! Royal icing will be next with decorations!
A lovely shade of pink ! And I love your enthusiasm over making your Christmas Cake Lois , I am afraid due to the arthritis aches and pains I have simplified my cake decorations this year - I have used ready-made fondant icing instead of making the royal icing which I prefer, (but not worth the pain ) Looking forward to seeing your cake !
