Quick and Easy Last Minute Christmas Cake
Try this Quick and Easy Last Minute Christmas Cake recipe, or contribute your own.
Try this Quick and Easy Last Minute Christmas Cake recipe, or contribute your own.
- 3 eggs
- 2 tsp cinnamon
- 400-450 g dried fruit and nuts- i used a combination of 200g 60g dried dates chopped, 50g dried cranberries, and then brazils, almonds and walnuts
- 150 ml cherry brandy (or other tipple or freshly squeezed orange juice)
- 2 dessert apples
- 200 g soft butter
- 200 g muscovado sugar
- 1 tbsp black treacle
- 1/2 tsp mixed spice (optional as i think some children are
- 200 g self raising flour
- for decorating you will need apricot jam and appro
- Carbohydrate 427.26453 g
- Cholesterol 444.7 mg
- Fat 168.09128 g
- Fiber 16.8972003631592 g
- Protein 35.03813 g
- Saturated Fat 105.18028 g
- Serving Size 1 1 recipe (1351g)
- Sodium 4143.215 mg
- Sugar 410.367329636841 g
- Trans Fat 12.497347 g
- Calories 3292 calories
Step-by-step
- Preheat the oven to 180C/ fan 160C/ gas 4
- Grease and line a 20cm round cake tin with greaseproof paper
- Put all the dried fruit into a bowl with the cherry brandy, mix well
- Core and chop up the apples with their skin on and add to the bowl of dried fruit and stir- if you can afford to leave this for a couple of hours then great but if not don't worry, go straight on to the next stage
- Put the butter, sugar, eggs, treacle, spices and flour in a bowl and beat with an electric whisk if you have one, until pale and smooth
- Stir in the fruit and the nuts, making sure it is well mixed
- Spoon the mixture into the cake tin
- Bake in the oven for 1 hour 15 mins- 1 hour 30 mins or until the cake is completely cooked through. I test using a skewer which I insert into the middle of the cake, when it comes out clean the cake is cooked.
- Leave in the tin for 10 minutes and then allow the cake to cool completely on a wire rack
- I have added a great video to the post on how to decorate a cake with marzipan and the same principle applies for icing it too. You can't go wrong if you follow the tips.
A Busy Mum's Christmas Miracle: Quick and Easy Last Minute Cake
Christmas is a whirlwind. Between the shopping, wrapping, the frantic search for the perfect Christmas card, and the endless stream of school events, it can be hard to find time to do much else. I'm a mum of two, and let me tell you, this year the only thing I wanted to find time for was to spend it with my kids. Christmas baking seemed like a luxury I couldn't afford, and honestly, I was stressed thinking about creating a Christmas cake for the festive season. But, I'm also a mum who doesn't like to give in to chaos too easily. When the holidays are close and the stress is high I always look for solutions that will give me time to relax and enjoy with my family. I managed to discover this incredibly simple recipe that was a lifesaver! This quick and easy last-minute Christmas cake recipe is my new tradition, a testament to the fact that even during the busiest of times, a little bit of festive cheer is always achievable. The result? A delicious cake that tastes like Christmas in every bite, ready with minimal fuss and maximum impact. Plus, it doesn't require special equipment or culinary skills, so even a beginner can easily manage it.
The aroma of this cake baking in the oven is enough to conjure up warm Christmas memories. The moist, fruity interior combines perfectly with the festive spices, creating a comforting and decadent treat. It's perfect for sharing with family and friends, or even simply enjoying a slice with a warm cup of tea or coffee. And as someone who's always rushed for time, this cake allows me to enjoy a delicious home-baked treat without the extra stress. I’m not exaggerating when I say this was one of the easier cakes I made. I followed the recipe pretty much to the letter and the result was amazing. My kids loved helping me out with the prep work – mixing the fruit, crushing the nuts and generally causing a little chaos in the kitchen – and then we took turns decorating it. This simple cake recipe taught me something valuable. It proved that a true celebration isn't about how much time and effort you spend on baking but about creating beautiful memories with your family.
The recipe is straightforward; even a child could get involved. The list of ingredients is simple and the whole process can be completed, if you're quick, in a matter of hours. So, next Christmas (or indeed, any time!), when the stress levels are through the roof, remember this recipe – it's a game-changer! I highly recommend trying it. The ingredients are easily sourced and, if you can plan ahead, prepare them in advance. For those who are less experienced bakers, don’t worry! I've included some of my tips to make the baking process super simple. Don't be afraid to experiment with different dried fruits and nuts to create your unique flavor combinations. Remember, the key to a successful last-minute Christmas cake is not just the recipe but the spirit in which you make it. Inject your love, laughter, and even a bit of festive chaos into the process, and the cake will surely be a delightful addition to your Christmas celebration.
What are you waiting for? Try it now and make this Christmas truly memorable, one slice at a time.
