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Light Family Fruit Squares(Scottish

Light Family Fruit Squares(scottish recipe image
This Light Family Fruit Square is a quintessential Scottish dessert, offering a perfect balance of tender sponge and chewy dried fruit. The recipe relies on simple pantry staples like self-raising flour, butter, and caster sugar to create a rich, comforting base. Infused with bright orange zest, the squares provide a fragrant citrus note that cuts through the sweetness of the fruit. Ideal for weekend baking or serving with afternoon tea, these squares have a moist texture and a homestyle charm that appeals to all ages. They are easy to prepare yet deliver a sophisticated flavor profile, making them a reliable favorite for family gatherings or quiet moments at home.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4
Calories: 2168.1
Dietary: Vegetarian
Description
This Light Family Fruit Square is a quintessential Scottish dessert, offering a perfect balance of tender sponge and chewy dried fruit. The recipe relies on simple pantry staples like self-raising flour, butter, and caster sugar to create a rich, comforting base. Infused with bright orange zest, the squares provide a fragrant citrus note that cuts through the sweetness of the fruit. Ideal for weekend baking or serving with afternoon tea, these squares have a moist texture and a homestyle charm that appeals to all ages. They are easy to prepare yet deliver a sophisticated flavor profile, making them a reliable favorite for family gatherings or quiet moments at home.
Ingredients
  • 8 ounce Self-raising flour
  • 6 ounce Butter or margarine
  • 6 ounce Caster sugar
  • 3 Eggs
Directions
  1. 1
    Preheat the oven to 350&# 194;°F (180°C) or Gas Mark 4.
  2. 2
    Line an 8-inch square cake tin with buttered greaseproof paper or parchment paper.
  3. 3
    In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter (or margarine) and caster sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. 4
    Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each egg is fully incorporated before adding the next.
  5. 5
    Sift the self-raising flour into the mixture.
  6. 6
    Gradually fold in the flour along with 2 tablespoons of milk, mixing gently until just combined.
  7. 7
    Fold in 3 ounces of mixed dried fruit and the grated zest of one orange, ensuring they are evenly distributed.
  8. 8
    Spoon the batter into the prepared tin and smooth the top with a spatula.
  9. 9
    Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  10. 10
    Allow the cake to cool in the tin for a few minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  11. 11
    Once cool, cut into squares and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 2168.1kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 108.6g168%
Saturated Fat 34.4g172%
Cholesterol 139.9mg47%
Sodium 1611.5mg68%
Total Carbohydrate 309.8g104%
Dietary Fiber 7.4g30%
Sugars 298.6g
Protein 11.7g24%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: baking, british, cake, dessert, dried fruit, easy, family, fruit square, homemade, orange zest, scottish, sponge, teatime, tradition, vegetarian, weekend baking
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