If you're tired of store-bought, mass-produced cakes with poor-quality ingredients, you're in luck.
We've spent years perfecting our fruit cake recipe so you can enjoy an authentic taste of homemade flavour that is second to none. Don't just take our word for it though:
"This is one of the best fruit cakes I have tasted for years...I don't know how they do it for the price when you compare it to other inferior quality cakes."
The problem with preservatives
Most mass-produced cakes contain preservatives, hydrogenated oils, artificial colouring, and lots of salt. Here's why that's a problem:
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Preservatives are used to extend the shelf-life but can sometimes affect people with asthma or eczema and cause hyperactivity and weight gain.
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Hydrogenated oils containing trans fats are known to raise cholesterol, which can lead to an increased risk of heart disease and Type 2 diabetes.
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Artificial colouring is used to enhance the appearance of some baked goods but research suggests it could be linked to hyperactivity in children.
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Salt is often used to enhance the flavour of store-bought cakes. According to the NHS, a diet high in salt can increase the risk of stroke and heart disease.
Serving a fresh and natural alternative
Store-bought cakes are usually factory-produced in huge quantities using automated production lines.
As cake lovers, we take pride in each and every cake that we bake. Every slice of Grandpa's Fruit Cakes is as natural and authentic as we can make it.
Baked with love in a small-batch bakery, we only use the best ingredients and never add chemicals or preservatives.
The homemade taste
We're passionate about providing an authentic homemade taste. That's why every slice of Grandpa's Classic Fruit Cake is stuffed full of delicious boiled fruit.
We boil the fruit for three reasons:
- Boiled fruit may contain high levels of antioxidants, vitamins, and other nutrients that support overall health and wellness.
- Boiling fruit before adding it to the cake batter can help to extend the shelf life by keeping the cake moist and fresh for longer.
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Boiling fruit helps release the juices and concentrate the flavour to enhance the taste, boost the aroma, and supercharge the deliciousness.
From our family to yours
It all began back in 2008 when Grandpa Stuart realised there was a gap in the market for a quality ‘homemade’ fruit cake to eat with your coffee.
His eureka moment - "Why don't I make a few and see how they go." - has seen his cherished family fruit cake recipe evolve into a thriving family business with admirers around the world.
Today, each batch is naturally moist, delicious, and Grandpa-approved for your enjoyment.
The proof is in the pudding
Is your mouth watering yet? We thought so.
Our deliciously moreish range of cakes includes vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options - all lovingly made by hand in our bakery in Suffolk.
