Simnel cake is a traditional British fruitcake, typically associated with Easter. It is made with a rich mixture of dried fruits, spices, and often includes a layer of marzipan, which is a sweet almond paste. The cake is usually baked in two layers, with one layer of marzipan placed in the middle and another on top. The cake is often decorated with eleven marzipan balls, representing the eleven apostles of Jesus minus Judas Iscariot. Simnel cake has its origins in the Middle Ages and is enjoyed as a festive treat during the Easter season, symbolizing the end of Lent.