Best Christmas Cakes
Delight in the festive spirit with our Best Christmas Cakes, combining warm spices and dried fruits for a deliciously rich dessert to share during the holidays.
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 Room temperature
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 cup Brown sugar
- 4 large Eggs
- 1 cup Milk Whole
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1 zest Zest of one orange For added flavor
Add-ins
- 2 cups Dried mixed fruits Chopped
- 1 cup Chopped nuts Your choice
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all your ingredients and tools including a large mixing bowl, measuring cups, spoons, a whisk, an electric mixer, and a cake pan.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure even baking.
- Grease and flour a 10-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.
Mixing
- In a medium bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Whisk together to mix evenly.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar using an electric mixer until the mixture is light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each egg is thoroughly combined before adding the next.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk. Start and end with the flour mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Stir in the vanilla extract, orange zest, dried mixed fruits, and chopped nuts for extra flavor.
Baking
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 45-55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Cooling and Serving
- Once baked, allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Optionally, dust with powdered sugar or frost with cream cheese frosting or a simple glaze before serving.
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Notes
For optimal results, ensure all ingredients are at room temperature and avoid overmixing. Store leftovers properly to maintain freshness.