Easter Apostle Simnel Cake
Simnel cake is the fruity, spiced cake that is sandwiched between two layers of marzipan. Traditionally served on Mothering Sunday, eventually came to be called as Easter Cake. In the late Victorian times, 11 apostles were added on the top of the cake, representing Christ's eleven apostles. Number 12 would be Judas and he was excluded because of his betrayal.
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Easter Apostle Simnel Cake
Simnel cake is the fruity, spiced cake that is sandwiched between two layers of marzipan. Traditionally served on Mothering Sunday, eventually came to be called as Easter Cake. In the late Victorian times, 11 apostles were added on the top of the cake, representing Christ's eleven apostles. Number 12 would be Judas and he was excluded because of his betrayal.
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