Best 2 Jaffa Cake Recipes

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In the realm of sweet treats, few desserts can match the delightful harmony of a jaffa cake—a captivating confection that tantalizes taste buds with its layers of sumptuous sponge cake, tangy orange jelly, and rich chocolate ganache. This delectable delicacy, believed to have originated in the United Kingdom, has gained widespread adoration for its unique flavor profile and eye-catching appearance. Whether you're a seasoned baker seeking to perfect your jaffa cake creation or a novice cook eager to embark on a culinary adventure, this comprehensive guide will provide you with the knowledge and inspiration you need to craft the ultimate jaffa cake experience.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

JAFFA CAKE



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Make and share this Jaffa Cake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by JanelleC

Categories     Dessert

Time 45m

Yield 10 Slices

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 egg whites
1/2 cup Splenda sugar substitute
1/2 unsweetened applesauce (I tend to make my own using 3 apples and no sugar)
3/4 teaspoon bicarbonate of soda
2 oranges
1/2 cup chocolate chips
2 cups self raising flour

Steps:

  • Grease a small loaf pan.
  • Beat egg whites until soft peaks form, gradually beat in Splenda.
  • Mix apples and bicarbonate soda, being careful as it will froth a little.
  • Carefully fold in apples in egg whites along with grated rind from the oranges and chocolate chips.
  • Stir in sifted flour and juice from oranges and place in prepared tin and cook in moderate oven for around 30-40 minutes.
  • For icing mix together 3/4 cup icing sugar and 1 to 2 tablespoons of orange juice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 147, Fat 2.8, SaturatedFat 1.5, Sodium 106.8, Carbohydrate 27.5, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 7.1, Protein 3.9

GIGANTIC JAFFA CAKE



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This is, as you might expect, a gigantic Jaffa cake. Not much else to say is there? It's great for parties and things. For those of you who aren't familiar with Jaffa cakes, just google-image-search "jaffa cake" and you'll find pics. Little tiny flat sponge cakes with orange jelly on them and all coated in chocolate. Mmm. You buy them in England. And what could be better than a GIANT INTERNATIONAL VERSION? Nothing. Absolutely nothing.

Provided by visualdichotomoy

Categories     Gelatin

Time 25m

Yield 1 giant cake, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 eggs
12 ounces self-raising flour
12 ounces caster sugar
12 ounces unsalted butter
1 teaspoon baking powder
2 (6 ounce) packets orange gelatin
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 orange, juice of
150 g milk chocolate, approximately

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350º F.
  • Cream together butter and sugar, and then add eggs, baking powder and flour.
  • Grease large frying pan. Make sure the pan has NO plastic bits or anything that might melt if it gets to 350º F, which it will (the pan is going in the oven in a moment!).
  • Pour mix in to pan, and put the whole shebang in the oven. Take it out when the middle is not liquidy (use a toothpick or cake tester; poke the cake all the way through, pull it out, and see if it's gooey. If it is, it's not done.) It'll take about 10-15 minutes. It rises quite a lot so be careful about overflow!
  • In the meantime, mix up the jello BUT use as much boiling water for BOTH packets as the packet says to use for ONE. It makes it a bit more solid. Add the juice of one orange, fresh-squeezed, to sort of compensate, and make it extra good. If you don't have oranges on hand, Tropicana or some from-concentrate stuff works okay too. Guess how much you get from a normal orange, and put that much inches.
  • Now put that jello mix in the largest plate you can find, or a non-stick frying pan (don't grease one; that's nasty!). You want a large PANCAKE of jello. Place in fridge and allow to set for however long that takes (less long than normal because you used less water and because the surface area is so high).
  • Now wriggle both the cake and the jello out of their containers, and put the cake on a large piece of waxed paper. Place the jello-slab on top of the cake, ideally in the middle.
  • Melt the chocolate however you normally melt it. Microwave might work. Allow chocolate to cool a bit, but not solidify.
  • Using a brush or spoon, begin to coat the whole thing in chocolate. Start at the outer edges; the jello tends to melt in the heat of the chocolate, and work towards the middle.
  • You can even do the Jaffa cake pattern: five parallel grooves, and five parallel ridges perpendicular to the grooves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1885.1, Fat 88.1, SaturatedFat 53.1, Cholesterol 470.5, Sodium 1713.7, Carbohydrate 250.6, Fiber 3.6, Sugar 179.8, Protein 28.2

Tips:

  • Use fresh oranges: Fresh oranges provide the best flavor for the Jaffa cakes. If you can't find fresh oranges, you can use orange juice, but the flavor will not be as good.
  • Zest the oranges before juicing them: Zesting the oranges before juicing them will help to release the essential oils, which will give the Jaffa cakes a more intense orange flavor.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing the batter will make the Jaffa cakes tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Chill the dough before baking: Chilling the dough before baking will help to prevent the Jaffa cakes from spreading too much in the oven.
  • Use a sharp knife to cut the Jaffa cakes: A sharp knife will help to ensure that the Jaffa cakes are cut evenly.

Conclusion:

Jaffa cakes are a delicious and classic British treat. They are perfect for any occasion, from afternoon tea to a special dessert. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can easily make your own Jaffa cakes at home. So what are you waiting for? Give this recipe a try today!

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