Making a larger oblong Christmas Cake
Asked on 8 Oct 2020 by kah22
Hi Lindsay I’m baking a few of Delia’s Traditional Christmas Cake. I’ve had great success in the past.
This year I’d like to bake a rectangle cake 21 x 24, a half each for two single people, do I need to make any alterations re ingredients and cooking time?
I have loose bottom cake tins but the rectangle one has a fixed bottom. While it will divide more easily. will it release as easily as it would from the round tin?
As always thanks for you expert advice
Kevin
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Hello Kevin,
I’ve not made Delia’s Traditional Christmas Cake in this size but my guess is a 7-egg mixture.
I would make sure it’s well protected around the outside and a double layer of parchment over the top (not touching the surface of the cake mixture).
I would have a peek at 4 hours and then check it every 15 - 20 minutes.
As it doesn’t have a loose base, let it cool in the tin so it’s firm enough to turn out.
Best wishes
Lindsey