Preparing the fruits for Creole Cake
Asked on 30 Sep 2018 by Rob C
Good morning Lindsey :)
As with any other normal person, this time of year thoughts turn to Christmas prep so I have a few questions if that’s ok?
Am looking to make the Creole Cake this year - the recipe says to steep the fruits for seven days, but can you leave them longer this?
If I can’t get hold of molasses sugar, would dark brown sugar suffice?
For the Scots trifle with Drambuie, would you recommend a stockist for the trifle bowl?
Thanks Lindsey - and happy Sunday :)
Rob
Hello Rob,
Yes you can leave the fruits for longer – but don’t be tempted to add any more liquid to them even if all of the liquid gets absorbed.
Yes you can use dark brown sugar instead.
We do not have a picture of that trifle or did you see it on one of the Christmas programs? If most likely that it was one of Delia’s own, or from her collection of props.
Kind regards
Lindsey
Hi Lindsey
Thanks for the swift response
With regards to the trifle bowl, it was more if you were able to make a general recommendation as to stockists. The recipe (Happy Christmas) says to use a bowl with a 1.5l capacity so was just wondering if you (or Delia) we’re able to recommend a brand or supplier :)
We haven’t bought any for ourselves for a good while but looking around online….
If you want something traditional…
https://www.royalscotcrystal.com/gift-boxed-london-fruit-salad-bowl.html
Or for something more contemporary…
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Artland-ART82001-Salad-Bowl-Transparent/dp/B0009H74VC/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1538345104&sr=8-1&keywords=artland+glass+salad+bowl
Splendid - thank you :)