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Easy Classic Christmas Cake Recipe (Inspired by Mary Berry) North East Family Fun
Easy Classic Christmas Cake Recipe (Inspired by Mary Berry) North East Family Fun from www.northeastfamilyfun.co.uk

Description

Christmas is the perfect time to indulge in some delicious treats, and what better way to celebrate than with a classic Christmas cake? This easy Christmas cake recipe is perfect for anyone who wants to make a delicious cake without spending hours in the kitchen. It's moist, rich, and full of festive flavors that will satisfy your sweet tooth.

Prep Time

The prep time for this easy Christmas cake recipe is around 30 minutes.

Cook Time

The cook time for this easy Christmas cake recipe is around 2 hours.

Ingredients

For the cake:
  • 500g mixed dried fruit
  • 100g glace cherries, chopped
  • 200g plain flour
  • 1 tsp mixed spice
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp nutmeg
  • 200g unsalted butter, softened
  • 200g light brown sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 tbsp black treacle
  • 1 tbsp brandy
For the decoration:
  • 400g marzipan
  • 400g icing sugar
  • 1 egg white
  • Red and green food coloring

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • 8-inch cake tin
  • Baking parchment
  • Cooling rack
  • Rolling pin
  • Icing smoother
  • Pastry brush

Method

  1. Preheat the oven to 150°C / 300°F / Gas Mark 2. Grease an 8-inch cake tin and line with baking parchment.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the mixed dried fruit, glace cherries, flour, mixed spice, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Mix well.
  3. In a separate bowl, cream together the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  4. Add the black treacle and brandy to the butter mixture and mix well.
  5. Add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture and mix until well combined.
  6. Pour the mixture into the prepared cake tin and smooth the top with a spatula.
  7. Bake for 2 hours or until a skewer inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
  8. Allow the cake to cool in the tin for 10 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.
  9. Once the cake is completely cool, roll out the marzipan and cover the top and sides of the cake.
  10. Roll out the icing and cover the marzipan. Smooth with an icing smoother.
  11. Use a pastry brush to paint on red and green food coloring to create a festive design.
  12. Allow the icing to set before serving.

Notes

This easy Christmas cake recipe can be made up to a month in advance. Once the cake has cooled, wrap it in baking parchment and then in foil. Store in a cool, dry place until ready to decorate.

Nutrition Info

This easy Christmas cake recipe serves 12 and contains approximately 450 calories per slice.

Recipes FAQ

Can I use different dried fruits?

Yes, you can use any combination of dried fruits that you like. Just make sure the total weight is around 500g.

Can I make this cake without alcohol?

Yes, you can leave out the brandy if you prefer.

Can I make this cake gluten-free?

Yes, you can use gluten-free flour instead of plain flour.

Recipe Tips

  • Soak the dried fruit in brandy overnight for an extra boozy cake.
  • If you don't have black treacle, you can use molasses instead.
  • For a more traditional Christmas look, decorate the cake with holly leaves and berries made from icing.

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