Description
Delicious and festive Christmas cake ideas for your holiday celebrations.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 1/2 cups sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 cup mixed dried fruits
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar for decoration
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease and flour a cake pan.
- In a bowl, cream together butter and sugar.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in milk and vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, combine flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture.
- Fold in dried fruits and nuts.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let it cool before decorating with powdered sugar.
Notes
- Store in a cool place for better flavor.
- Use seasonal fruits for added taste.
- Can be made a few days in advance.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
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