Description
Indulge in the Perfect Christmas Fruit Cake with Brandy, a delightful blend of rich flavors and festive cheer that embodies the spirit of the holiday season. This traditional British recipe features a moist cake infused with the warmth of brandy and an array of dried fruits, making it an irresistible centerpiece for your festive gatherings. With its beautiful presentation and delicious taste, this cake is not only perfect for Christmas but also ideal for winter celebrations and special family occasions. Easy to make and designed to be shared, it’s a treat that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 225g unsalted butter
- 225g dark brown sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 225g self-raising flour
- 450g mixed dried fruit (raisins, currants, sultanas)
- 75g chopped candied fruit
- 50g chopped almonds
- 2 tbsp brandy (plus extra for feeding)
- Mixed spices (cinnamon, nutmeg)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 150°C (300°F) and grease a 20 cm round cake pan, lining it with parchment paper.
- Cream together the softened butter and dark brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Gradually add beaten eggs, mixing well after each addition.
- Sift in the flour and mixed spices; gently fold until just combined.
- Stir in the mixed dried fruits, candied fruit, almonds, and brandy until evenly distributed.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 2 to 2.5 hours or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow cooling in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Once cooled, poke holes in the cake with a skewer and brush generously with extra brandy.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 150 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg