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Easy Christmas Cake Traybake

Easy Christmas Cake Traybake: Delightful Holiday Joy!

Try this Easy Christmas Cake Traybake recipe to enjoy a festive treat filled with brandy-soaked fruits and buttery cake, perfect for sharing during the holiday season.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 16 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Holiday
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Fruit Mixture
  • 300 grams Dried Fruit Medley Mix of raisins, sultanas, and cherries
  • 100 ml Brandy Can substitute with orange juice for non-alcoholic version
For the Cake Base
  • 250 grams Butter Softened
  • 200 grams Sugar Granulated or brown
  • 3 units Eggs Beaten until pale
  • 350 grams Flour Consider gluten-free blend if needed
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder Ensure freshness
For the Decoration
  • 200 grams Marzipan Optional
  • 200 grams Fondant Optional

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula
  • Measuring Cups
  • Greased Tray
  • wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your baking tray.
  2. Combine dried fruit medley with brandy, soak for at least 1 hour or overnight.
  3. Cream together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy, then beat in eggs one at a time.
  4. Sift flour and baking powder, then fold into the wet ingredients gently until just combined.
  5. Fold in the soaked dried fruits evenly into the batter.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared tray and smooth the top, then bake for approximately 1 hour.
  7. Allow to cool in the tray for 10-15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before decorating.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For enhanced flavor, allow the soaked dried fruits to sit overnight. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

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