Right. This one’s for the people who love a proper fruitcake – the kind with plump raisins, sultanas, currants, mixed peel, and a hint of spice. Not the dry, crumbly kind. A moist, rich, flavoursome fruitcake that tastes like Christmas and birthdays and everything in between. And it’s square – because squares are easier to slice into neat portions, and they look lovely on a plate. Someone asked me a while back: “can you make a traditional mixed fruit cake but not round? Square would be easier for my mum’s coffee morning. We’re in Grove Park.” I said yeah, course. I made a square fruitcake, packed it with soaked dried fruit, a touch of brandy (or orange juice for alcohol‑free), and a warm blend of cinnamon and nutmeg. Then I brushed it with apricot jam and topped it with a few almonds. She said it was just like her gran’s. That’s a win. So here it is: Square Mixed Fruit Cake – available for delivery and collection across Bromley, Downham, Grove Park, Sydenham, Catford & Bellingham. It’s a square cake, about 7 inches. Feeds 6–10 people. Perfect for a Christmas celebration, birthday, coffee morning, afternoon tea, Easter, or any time you want a proper, old‑fashioned fruitcake. What’s in it? Sponge – a dense, moist fruitcake base. Packed with mixed dried fruit: raisins, sultanas, currants, chopped dates, and mixed citrus peel. I soak the fruit in tea, brandy, or orange juice for at least 24 hours before baking – keeps it juicy. Spice – warm cinnamon, nutmeg, and a pinch of allspice. Not too much – just enough to make you think of winter. Filling – no filling needed, but I can add a layer of marzipan or a thin spread of apricot jam if you like. Frosting – a light dusting of icing sugar, or a simple glaze, or a layer of marzipan and royal icing – you choose. For a traditional look, I recommend a thin almond paste and a smooth white icing on top. The square shape – sharp edges, easy to slice into even squares. Perfect for sharing. The look – you can keep it rustic with just a dusting of sugar, or go full celebration with icing and a few glacé cherries and almonds on top. It’s the cake that takes time to make, and you can taste the patience. Rich, fruity, and full of love. Who buys this? Christmas cake – the classic festive centrepiece. Birthday cake – for someone who loves traditional flavours. Coffee morning cake – slices beautifully, serves a crowd. Afternoon tea – a square fruitcake is very British. Easter celebration – fruitcake isn’t just for Christmas. Just because – you want a proper, old‑school cake. Honestly? Anyone who thinks fruitcake gets a bad rap – and wants to prove it’s delicious. Can I get it alcohol‑free? Yes. I soak the fruit in orange juice or cold tea instead of brandy. Still moist and flavourful. Can I add marzipan and icing? Yes. Traditional Christmas style – a layer of marzipan, then a smooth layer of royal icing or fondant. It’s extra special. Can I add a message or name? Course. “Happy Christmas”, “Happy Birthday”, “Mum” – I’ll pipe it in icing or write on a little sugar plaque. How much notice? At least a week for fruitcake – the fruit needs time to soak and the cake needs to mature. Order online or message me – I’ll be honest. Collection or delivery? Collect from our Bromley shop or get local delivery to Downham, Grove Park, Sydenham, Catford, Bellingham – all within easy reach. One thing to mention… This is a proper fruitcake – it’s dense and rich. A small slice goes a long way. It keeps for weeks if stored in an airtight tin (and even improves with age). If you want it without nuts, just ask – I can leave out the almonds. Right. That’s the Square Mixed Fruit Cake done.For the people who believe that fruitcake is unfairly maligned. And that a square slice of moist, fruity, spiced cake is one of life’s great pleasures – delivered right to your door in Bromley, Downham, Grove Park, Sydenham, Catford, or Bellingham.
