Best Christmas Cakes
A delightful holiday cake with a mix of spices, dried fruits, and nuts, perfect for festive gatherings.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter (at room temperature)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Add-ins
- 2 cups dried mixed fruits (chopped) Choose your preferred mix
- 1 cup chopped nuts (your choice) Use nuts like pecans, walnuts, or almonds
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour a 10-inch round cake pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg.
- In a larger bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
- Add the eggs one at a time, blending well after each addition.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter and sugar mixture, alternating with the whole milk, starting and ending with the flour mixture. Mix only until just combined.
- Stir in the vanilla extract, orange zest, chopped dried fruits, and nuts.
Baking
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan, spreading it evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 45-55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack.
Serving
- Slice the cake and serve plain, or dress it up with powdered sugar, glaze, or frosting.
- Pair with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an added treat.
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Notes
Store at room temperature for up to three days, or wrap tightly and refrigerate for up to a week. For longer storage, freeze the cake after fully cooling.