Easy Jaffa Cakes Recipe

Stack of jaffa cakes with the one on top missing a bite.

These easy homemade Jaffa Cakes capture the classic chocolate-orange flavor in a simple, no-mess way. Made with a light sponge base, tangy orange marmalade, and rich dark chocolate, they’re a vegan-friendly treat that’s perfect for holidays or everyday snacking.

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Cooling time 30

Total Time 50

Servings

Calories 130kcal

Ingredients

Cookies

▢ ½ cup all-purpose flour or gluten-free flour
▢ ⅓ cup almond flour
▢ ½ teaspoon baking powder
▢ ¼ teaspoon salt
▢ 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
▢ 1 tablespoons brown sugar
▢ ½ cup coconut milk or other plant milk

For the Jelly layer

▢ ½ cup orange marmalade or another flavor

For Chocolate Topping

▢ 3.5 ounces dark chocolate melted

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350° F or 175° C.
Mix the flour, almond flour, baking powder, salt, and brown sugar in a mixing bowl. Stir to mix well. Next, add coconut milk and vegetable oil and mix into the batter.
Lightly oil or spray with baking spray the muffin tin. Add about one tablespoon of batter to each muffin tin. You are only using bottom portion of the muffin tin. Press the batter down with fingers or the back of a spoon.
Cook for 10 minutes. Remove and allow them to cool about ten minutes in the muffin tin. Then remove to a wire rack and cool completely.
Place approximately 1-1.5 teaspoons of jelly on top of each muffin. Spread it out evenly in a smaller circle than the diameter of the cake.
Place chocolate in a heatproof bowl placed over a pot of boiling water. Stir until melted. Or melt it in the microwave in intervals stirring between each time segment.
Take a spoon and drip melted chocolate over the top of each jelly topped cake.
Let cool or place in fridge to chill and to let chocolate harden. Serve at room temp and enjoy!

Notes

Press to Shape: The dough is thick so you will need to press it into the muffin tin to form even, flat bases.
Cool Before Topping: Let the cakes cool completely before adding the marmalade so it doesn’t melt.
Choose Marmalade: Use orange marmalade or jam, not jelly, for the right texture and flavor.
Smooth Chocolate: Let melted chocolate cool slightly before spreading for a shiny, even finish.
Best Fresh: Enjoy the same day for the best texture and flavor.

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