Marzipan Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat the oven to 170 degrees Celsius.
2. 2
   Beat the melted butter with the sugar and vanilla until creamy.
3. 3
   Add the marzipan and the eggs, one at a time, and mix well.
4. 4
   Mix together the flour, cornstarch, and baking powder, and add to the mixture and mix well.
5. 5
   Add the almond essence and milk, and mix until smooth. Mixture should resemble ribbons when falling from the spoon.
6. 6
   Grease a 30-centimeter loaf or cake pan with butter and sprinkle with breadcrumbs. Pour in the mixture and smooth the surface with a spatula.
7. 7
   Place in the oven and bake for 50 minutes. Insert a knife or toothpick to test it is thoroughly cooked inside.
8. 8
   Remove from the oven and leave to cool for 10 minutes.
9. 9
   Remove from the pan and leave to cool completely on a cooling rack.
10. 10
    Cover with fondant icing.