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Roll out a third of the almond paste to make a circle 18cm/7in in diameter and reserve the remainder for the cake topping. Preheat oven to 140C/120C Fan/Gas 1. Grease and line a 18cm/7in cake tin.

Pour 1/2 of batter into prepared pan. 3. Divide almond paste into 3 equal portions. Roll out 1/3 of the almond paste to an 8 inch circle. Place the circle of almond paste on the cake batter in pan.

As Easter approaches, there's no better way to celebrate than with a traditional Easter Simnel Cake. With a rich history going back centuries, this marzipan-covered fruitcake is a delicious treat.

Add the grated apple to the fruit and mix in gently but thoroughly. Put half of the cake mixture into the prepared tin, roll about half of the almond paste into an 8½ inch (21.5cm) round.

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