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Easy Christmas Cake Recipe By Mary Berry

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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 just around the corner and what better way to celebrate the holiday season than with a delicious Christmas cake. This easy Christmas cake recipe by Mary Berry is perfect for those who are short on time but still want to impress their guests with a homemade cake. The cake is rich and fruity and is perfect for serving with a cup of tea or a glass of mulled wine.

Prep Time

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

Cook Time

The cook time for this easy Christmas cake recipe is approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes.

Ingredients

  • 175g currants
  • 175g sultanas
  • 175g raisins
  • 87.5g glacé cherries, quartered, rinsed, and dried
  • 30g mixed candied peel, finely chopped
  • 4 tbsp brandy
  • 150g softened butter
  • 150g dark brown sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 tsp almond extract
  • 100g self-raising flour
  • 50g ground almonds
  • 1 tsp mixed spice

Equipment

  • 20cm (8in) deep round cake tin
  • Baking parchment
  • Mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer or whisk
  • Spatula

Method

  1. Preheat the oven to 140C/275F/gas mark 1.
  2. Line the cake tin with baking parchment.
  3. Mix together the currants, sultanas, raisins, glacé cherries, candied peel, and brandy in a mixing bowl.
  4. Cream together the softened butter and dark brown sugar in a separate mixing bowl until light and fluffy.
  5. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  6. Add the almond extract and mix well.
  7. Sift in the self-raising flour, ground almonds, and mixed spice and fold in until well combined.
  8. Add the fruit mixture and fold in until well combined.
  9. Spoon the mixture into the prepared cake tin and level the surface.
  10. Bake in the preheated oven for 2 hours and 30 minutes or until a skewer inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
  11. Remove from the oven and allow to cool in the tin for 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

This easy Christmas cake recipe by Mary Berry can be made up to three months in advance. Once the cake has cooled completely, wrap it in baking parchment and then double wrap it in foil. Store in a cool, dry place until ready to serve.

Nutrition Info

This easy Christmas cake recipe by Mary Berry serves approximately 16 people. Each serving contains approximately 335 calories, 44g of carbohydrates, 4g of protein, and 16g of fat.

Recipes FAQ

Can I use a different type of alcohol instead of brandy?

Yes, you can use a different type of alcohol instead of brandy. Rum and whiskey are popular alternatives.

Can I use a different type of dried fruit?

Yes, you can use a different type of dried fruit. Just make sure to keep the total weight the same.

Can I leave out the ground almonds?

Yes, you can leave out the ground almonds. Just replace them with an equal amount of self-raising flour.

Recipe Tips

  • Make sure all of the ingredients are at room temperature before starting.
  • When adding the fruit mixture to the cake batter, make sure to fold it in gently to avoid overmixing.
  • If the cake is browning too quickly in the oven, cover it with a sheet of baking parchment or foil.

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