Dairy-Free Jaffa Cakes

Indulge in the zesty delight of Dairy-Free Jaffa Cakes, a homemade twist on the classic British treat that's perfect for those avoiding dairy. These bite-sized wonders feature a fluffy, golden sponge base topped with a shimmering orange jelly made with fresh orange juice and agar-agar, delivering a fruity burst of flavor with every bite. Finished with a glossy layer of rich, dairy-free dark chocolate, these treats are as satisfying as they are stunning. With a quick bake time of just 10 minutes and simple step-by-step instructions, this recipe is both approachable and fun to make. Perfect for afternoon teas, birthday parties, or a unique snack, these dairy-free delights prove that everyone can enjoy the magic of Jaffa Cakes, one irresistible layer at a time!

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 200 ml Orange Juice
• 100 g Sugar
• 1 teaspoon Agar-Agar Powder
• 75 g All-Purpose Flour
• 1 tablespoon Cornflour (Cornstarch)
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking Powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 2 Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
• 50 g Caster Sugar
• 150 g Dairy-Free Dark Chocolate

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Lightly grease a muffin tin to make 12 small cakes.

Step 2

To make the orange jelly, pour the orange juice and the sugar into a saucepan and bring to a gentle boil.

Step 3

Add the agar-agar powder to the saucepan, stir well, and allow it to simmer for 2 minutes.

Step 4

Pour the mixture into a shallow baking dish and place in the refrigerator to set for about 20 minutes.

Step 5

For the sponge, sift the flour, cornflour, baking powder, and salt into a bowl.

Step 6

In another bowl, whisk the eggs and vanilla extract until fluffy, then slowly add the caster sugar, continuing to whisk until the mixture is pale and thick.

Step 7

Gently fold the sifted dry ingredients into the egg mixture, trying not to deflate the eggs.

Step 8

Spoon the batter equally into the prepared muffin tin. Bake in the preheated oven for about 8-10 minutes until the edges are golden.

Step 9

Remove the sponge bases from the tin and let them cool on a wire rack.

Step 10

Once the jelly is firm, use a round cutter slightly smaller than the sponge bases to cut out discs of jelly.

Step 11

To assemble, place a jelly disc on top of each sponge base.

Step 12

Melt the dairy-free dark chocolate over a double boiler until smooth.

Step 13

Spoon the melted chocolate over the jelly and sponge, carefully spreading to cover the top.

Step 14

Allow the Jaffa cakes to cool until the chocolate is fully set before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(693.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1975.9

Total Fat 67.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 37.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 372mg	0%
Sodium 981.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 311.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.7g	0%
Total Sugars 212.0g
Protein 29.5g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 162.8mg	0%
Iron 17.3mg	0%
Potassium 1352.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 30.8%

Protein: 6.0%

Carbs: 63.2%