A Storied Dessert
The fruit cake has a storied history, with roots dating all the way back to Ancient Mesopotamia as an offering to deities of the harvest. Persisting as a culturally significant dessert throughout dynasties, perhaps the most well known iteration of it is as the Christmas Fruit Cake, popularised during the Victorian era as an essential part of Christmas festivities.
This Christmas, we present our signature Lily’s twist on a holiday classic, the Lily’s Christmas Fruit Cake.
The Only Cake You Need At The Dessert Table
Lily’s holiday Fruit Cake draws inspiration from the rich flavours of Victorian tradition, without compromising on the French culinary teachings of purpose-driven sourcing of locally-grown, all-natural ingredients. This moist, decadent dessert is brimming with dried fruits, macerated to perfection in rich, aromatic spirits to draw out their natural sweetness with a boozy twist. Warm, festive spices further enhance the rich, luxurious flavour profile of the dense sponge and act as a gorgeous balance to the saccharine fruits.
The Cake That Keeps On Giving
This festive Fruit Cake is perfect for parties of all sizes — coming in 500g, 600g, and 1100g — with its smallest size feeding parties of 6, and its largest feeding up to 14, making it the perfect centerpiece for events of all sizes.
Worried about leftovers? Don’t fret. This Christmas staple can be kept in the fridge for up to 3 days (perfect for you late-night snackers out there). And if you’re up for a little bit of excitement, try “feeding” it a little booze! Prick holes in the leftover cake with a fork or skewer and drizzle lightly with an alcohol of your choice (we recommend brandy, rum, or whisky) and let it seep into the cake overnight. Wake up on Boxing Day in time for a fun little breakfast fruit cake, just as luscious and moist as the day before — but brace yourself for the kick!
Sharing The Joy — The Lily’s Way
Beyond being a staple at the dining table at every Christmas party, the Lily’s Christmas Fruit Cake also makes for an excellent gift. Watch your loved ones light up with joy as they unbox this holiday party pleaser. So what are you waiting for? Get in the festive spirit and order your holiday Fruit Cake before the 20th of December to ensure delivery before Christmas day!
We here at Lily’s Patisserie wish everyone the merriest of Christmases, and that you and your loved ones get to spend the most wonderful time of the year basking in warm laughter, good cheer, and with full bellies.