There’s something so iconic about a jelly cake - and my first Jelly cake experience brings me back to country Victoria and is symbolic of community and country kindness, and the depth of generosity that a heartfelt bake can bring.

My own version is adapted quite a bit from the original CWA (Country Women’s Association) version. These are red from home made blood orange jelly, with a soft orange scented vanilla sponge inside, a dot of vanilla chantilly cream and a good rolling of white coconut.