Homemade Red Berry Jaffa Cakes with Light Sponge Cake, Fruit Jam and Chocolate Coating

These Red Berry Jaffa Cakes are a delicious homemade version of this classic treat, featuring a light and airy sponge base topped with your favourite red berry jam and a smooth chocolate coating. The combination of moist sponge, tangy jam and rich chocolate creates a perfectly balanced bite that is both satisfying and refreshing. These treats are perfect for any occasion, whether as a snack, dessert or a special addition to your afternoon tea.

Why you'll love this:

You’ll love these Red Berry Jaffa Cakes for their light and fluffy texture combined with the rich flavors of red berry jam and chocolate. The recipe is simple and fun to make, resulting in a delicious treat that’s sure to impress. The contrast between the moist sponge, fruity jam, and crunchy chocolate layer makes these cakes a delicious experience in every bite. Plus, they can be customized with your favorite jam, making them versatile and perfect for any season.

Perfect opportunity:

These Red Berry Jaffa Cakes are perfect for tea parties, afternoon snacks or as a treat to share with friends and family. They also make a great addition to any dessert table at celebrations or gatherings. The beautiful combination of colours and flavours makes them not only delicious but also visually appealing, making them perfect for festive occasions or as a homemade gift.

Decorating tips:

For an extra touch of elegance, you can dust the finished Jaffa cakes with a light dusting of icing sugar or drizzle them with additional melted chocolate. You can also add a fresh berry to the top of each cake for a touch of colour and freshness. Serving them on a decorative plate or tiered cake stand will enhance their presentation and make them the star of your dessert.

Ingredients:

• 2 large eggs
• 60 g caster sugar
• 40 g all-purpose flour
• 20 g cornstarch
• Red fruit jam of your choice (strawberry, raspberry, cherry, etc.)
• 200 g of chocolate (dark or milk, according to preference)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the sponge base: Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Separate the eggs, placing the whites in one bowl and the yolks in another. Beat the whites until stiff. In a separate bowl, whisk the egg yolks with the sugar until pale and fluffy. Gradually add the flour and cornstarch to the egg yolk mixture, mixing until smooth.
2. Combine the mixtures: Gently fold the beaten egg whites into the yolk mixture in three batches, taking care not to deflate the batter.
3. Cook the sponge: Pipe the dough into small circles (about 5 cm in diameter) on a baking tray lined with baking paper or use mini round molds. Bake in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes or until the sponge cakes are lightly browned. Remove from the oven and let cool completely.
4. Add the jam: Once the sponge cakes have cooled, spread a small amount of red fruit jam of your choice on top of each sponge cake.
5. Coat with chocolate: Melt the chocolate in a heatproof bowl over a pan of simmering water or in the microwave in small bursts, stirring until smooth. Pour the melted chocolate over the jam-filled sponges, spreading it gently to completely cover the jam.
6. Let cool and serve: Let the chocolate set at room temperature or place the cakes in the refrigerator for faster setting. Once the chocolate is firm, the Jaffa cakes are ready to enjoy.

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