Christmas Fruitcake Traybake: Jammy

Instructions:

1. Combine the mixed dried fruits, glacé cherries, and brandy in a sealed container. Let soak for at least 24 hours.
2. Cream the softened butter and brown sugar until pale and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time until fully incorporated.
3. Sift and fold in the all-purpose flour, baking powder, mixed spice, and salt using a spatula until just combined.
4. Toss the soaked fruit in one tablespoon of the recipe flour, then gently fold the fruit into the cake batter.
5. Spread the mixture evenly into a lined 9x13 inch baking pan. Bake at 300°F (150°C) for 180 minutes or until a skewer comes out clean.
6. Once completely cool, press rolled marzipan onto the top of the cake, then drape and smooth the fondant icing over the marzipan using warm water for smoothing.