Christmas Cake Recipe
Cook Time: 4 hours | Prep Time: 1 hour | Total Time: 5 hours
Description:
Embrace the joy and laughter of the holiday season with this traditional Christmas Cake recipe, designed to alleviate any stress and fill your home with the sweet aroma of festive cheer. Perfect for bringing families together, this cake is not just a delicious treat but also a source of merriment and memories. So, let’s dive into the kitchen and create some culinary magic!
Recipe Category: Dessert
Keywords: Fruit, Nuts, European, Low Protein, Healthy, Kosher, Christmas, Weeknight
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 1553
- Fat Content: 5.5g
- Saturated Fat Content: 1.6g
- Cholesterol Content: 211.5mg
- Sodium Content: 1011.4mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 172.4g
- Fiber Content: 8.3g
- Sugar Content: 103.3g
- Protein Content: 8.9g
Ingredients:
- 1 cup water
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 pinch of salt
- 1 cup brown sugar
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 4 eggs
- 1 cup vodka
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup dried fruit (e.g., raisins, currants, chopped apricots)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
Instructions:
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Sample the Vodka: Before diving into the recipe, take a moment to ensure the quality of your vodka. A sip or two should suffice.
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Prepare the Ingredients: Gather all your ingredients and equipment. Double-check the quality of the vodka, just to be sure.
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Cream the Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, beat together the butter and 1 teaspoon of sugar until fluffy and well combined.
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Add the Eggs and Dried Fruit: Break two eggs into the bowl, ensuring no shell fragments make their way in. Then, add a cup of dried fruit, such as raisins or chopped apricots. Take care not to spill any fruit on the floor.
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Mix the Batter: Use a mixer to blend the ingredients until smooth and creamy. If the dried fruit becomes stuck in the beaters, gently pry it loose with a kitchen tool.
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Sift the Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda, and a pinch of salt. Or something close enough to salt. Who’s keeping track, anyway?
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Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the sifted dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the lemon juice and vodka. Mix until just combined.
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Prepare the Pan: Grease a cake tin generously to prevent sticking. Make sure to rotate the tin 360 degrees to evenly distribute the grease. And try not to trip over anything in the process.
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Bake the Cake: Pour the batter into the prepared cake tin and place it in the oven. Bake at the temperature specified in your recipe until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, indicating the cake is done.
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Final Touches: Once the cake is baked to perfection, allow it to cool slightly before serving. Optionally, top with a festive dusting of powdered sugar or a dollop of whipped cream.
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Enjoy the Festivities: Gather your loved ones around the table and indulge in this delectable Christmas treat. Let the laughter flow as freely as the vodka, and cherish the warmth of the holiday season.
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Cleanup Time: As you bask in the afterglow of merry-making, remember to tidy up the kitchen. Dispose of any remaining ingredients, wash your utensils, and perhaps refrain from throwing any bowls through windows.
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Cherry Mistmas!: With your Christmas Cake successfully baked and enjoyed, it’s time to bid farewell with a playful pun. Wishing you a “Cherry Mistmas” filled with love, laughter, and plenty of delicious treats.
This Christmas Cake recipe is not just about the final product but the joyous journey of creating it. So, embrace the imperfections, savor the moments, and let the spirit of the season infuse every bite. Happy baking and Merry Christmas!
