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Brittenburg

Brittenburg

Recipe description:

I followed a standard Victoria sponge with a hint of almond powder in the mix and colourings sliced throughout to get the Union Jack effect

Inspiration:

Not only is a classic battenberg my fave but anything marzipan / almond like too. I wanted to create a classic but challenge myself with the union jack effect:

Makes:
1
Difficulty:
Medium
Hands-on Time:
45 minutes
Baking Time:
30 minutes
  • 2 eggs, 250g flour , 150g butter and food colouring
  • Step 1

    Follow standard battenberg recipe
  • Baking tray, mixing equipment

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