If you're looking for a delicious and festive treat to celebrate the holiday season, look no further than this 12 Dates of Christmas Cherry Chip Loaf recipe. Not only is it easy to make, but it's also bursting with the flavors of cherry and chocolate that are sure to spread some holiday cheer. So let's get baking and add this delectable loaf to your list of Christmas treats!
Kick off the holiday season with this delicious fruitcake recipe! Made with a variety of dried fruits and nuts, this fruitcake is rich, dense, and packed with flavor. Soaking the fruits and nuts in rum adds a delicious boozy kick to this classic dessert. Serve it as a sweet treat after your beer can chicken dinner.
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Christmas cake with a healthy Indian twist
Main Ingredients: Whole Wheat Flour, Dates, Cherry, Cranberries, Golden
Spice up your holiday menu with this unique Christmas cake recipe that incorporates Indian flavors. This cake is made with ghee, cardamom, almonds, and honey for a healthier twist on the traditional Christmas cake. The result is a moist and flavorful cake that will be a hit with your guests.
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Christmas Pudding
Main Ingredients: Fig, Dates, Cherry, Prunes, Cashew, Walnut, Fresh
A Christmas dinner staple, this traditional Christmas pudding recipe is a must-try for any beer can chicken lover. Made with currants, raisins, candied peel, and brandy, this rich and moist pudding is the perfect way to end your holiday meal. Serve with a dollop of whipped cream for an extra indulgent treat.
Add some Caribbean flair to your holiday feast with this Jamaican Christmas cake recipe. This recipe incorporates rum, lime zest, and allspice for a unique and flavorful twist on the traditional fruitcake. Serve with a coconut cream topping for a tropical touch.
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Irish American Mom’s Christmas Pudding
Main Ingredients: Raisins, Golden Raisins, Blueberries, Cherries, Orange
For a traditional Irish Christmas dessert, try out this delicious Christmas pudding recipe. Made with bourbon, nutmeg, and dark molasses, this rich and hearty pudding is sure to warm you up on a cold winter night. Serve with a custard sauce for an extra decadent treat.
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Uzvar (Dried fruit compote) – Popular Ukrainian...
Main Ingredients: Dried Cherries, Dried Pears, Dried Apples, Cherries
This Ukrainian dessert is the perfect addition to your holiday menu. Made with apples, cranberries, prunes, and honey, this compote is a refreshing and light dessert option after a hearty beer can chicken dinner. Serve it warm or chilled, depending on your preference.
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Rum soaked Fruits & Nuts for Christmas cake
Main Ingredients: Almonds, Raisins, Prunes, Dates, Walnut, Cashew Nut
Take your Christmas cake to the next level with this recipe that calls for soaking the fruits and nuts in rum for a few days before baking. This extra step allows the flavors to intensify and infuse into the cake, resulting in a moist and flavorful dessert that will be the star of your holiday table.
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Day 13 - Countdown to Christmas 2014 Sticky Toffee...
Main Ingredients: Dates, Baking Soda, Water, Brown Sugar, Bourbon, Flour
Sticky toffee pudding is a popular British dessert that is perfect for the holiday season. This recipe puts a festive spin on the classic dessert by adding cranberries and orange zest. Serve with a toffee sauce for a decadent and indulgent treat.
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Cherry Nougat Cookies (12 Days of Christmas)
Main Ingredients: Butter, Powdered Sugar, Sugar, Salt, Almond Extract
If you're looking for a unique and delicious cookie recipe to add to your holiday baking list, look no further than these cherry nougat cookies. Made with cherries, almonds, and nougat, these cookies are a delightful combination of sweet and nutty flavors. Serve them as a festive dessert after your beer can chicken feast.
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Chocolate Covered Cherry Acai Bowls
Main Ingredients: Acai, Cherry, Frozen Cherries, Pitted Medjool Dates
For a healthier and more refreshing dessert option, try out these chocolate covered cherry acai bowls. Made with acai, cherries, and chocolate, these bowls are full of antioxidants and delicious flavors. Plus, they make a great breakfast option the morning after your beer can chicken dinner.
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12 Days of Christmas Contest Winner - Cherry Bing Bars
Main Ingredients: Sugar, Evaporated Milk, Marshmallows, Margarine, Chips
This recipe was the winner of a popular Christmas baking contest, and for good reason. These cherry bing bars are a delightful combination of cherries, almonds, and chocolate for a rich and indulgent treat. Make a batch for your holiday party or as a sweet gift for friends and family.
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Mom's Fruitcake
Main Ingredients: Sliced Almonds, Walnuts, Dates, Golden Raisins
For a classic and traditional fruitcake recipe, look no further than this family favorite. This recipe has been passed down for generations and is sure to become a staple in your holiday baking repertoire. Made with citrus peel, candied cherries, and brandy, this fruitcake is a must-try for any beer can chicken lover.
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Holiday Entertaining
Main Ingredients: Brie, Rondele, Cheeses, Pomegranate Seeds, Crackers
Looking for a festive and delicious dessert to serve at your holiday party? Look no further than these beer can chicken recipes! With a variety of flavors and styles to choose from, you're sure to find the perfect dessert to complement your main course. Plus, these recipes are easy to make and will impress your guests with their unique and delicious flavors.
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Cherry Chip Loaf
Main Ingredients: Flour, Cane Sugar, Butter, Eggs, Applesauce, Honey
If you're a fan of cherry chip cake, you'll love this cherry chip loaf recipe. Made with maraschino cherries, almond extract, and chocolate chips, this loaf is a delicious and easy dessert option. Pair it with a cup of coffee or tea for a cozy and comforting post-dinner treat.
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Raw Mini Christmas Puddings with Paw Paw Custard
Main Ingredients: Almonds, Medjool Dates, Pitted Prunes, Raisins
For a healthier and raw option, try out these mini Christmas puddings made with paw paw custard. The combination of dates, almonds, and coconut results in a delicious and guilt-free dessert that will satisfy your sweet tooth. Plus, the individual servings are perfect for holiday parties or gatherings.
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Bourbon Fruitcake Cookies
Main Ingredients: Butter, Firmly Packed Brown Sugar, Eggs, All Purpose
If you're a fan of both fruitcake and cookies, this recipe is the perfect combination for you. These bourbon fruitcake cookies are made with bourbon, dates, raisins, and other delicious spices for a unique and flavorful treat. Serve them as a dessert option or enjoy them as a sweet snack throughout the holiday season.
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Fruitcake Cookies
Main Ingredients: Butter, Brown Sugar, Egg, Vanilla, Almond Extract
Another delicious and festive cookie option for the holiday season is these fruitcake cookies. Made with candied fruit, nuts, and brandy, these cookies are packed with traditional fruitcake flavors in a bite-sized form. They make a great addition to any holiday cookie exchange or as a sweet treat for your family and friends.
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Raw Chocolate Cranberry Truffles
Main Ingredients: Dates, Walnut Halves, Dried Cranberries, Raw Cacao
For a healthier and decadent dessert option, try out these raw chocolate cranberry truffles. Made with cranberries, dates, cocoa powder, and coconut oil, these truffles are full of delicious and nutritious ingredients. Plus, they make a great homemade gift for your loved ones during the holiday season.
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Rich Fruit Cake
Main Ingredients: Raisins, Dates, Apricots, Prunes, Brandy, Sherry
For a traditional and classic fruitcake recipe, try out this rich fruit cake. Made with currants, sultanas, raisins, and brandy, this cake is rich, moist, and full of flavor. It's the perfect dessert to serve after your beer can chicken feast or to enjoy with a cup of tea or coffee on a cozy winter night.
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Christmas Fruitcake – One Hundred Year Old Family
Main Ingredients: Cherries, Raisins, Pitted Dates, Mixed Fruit, Pecans
This fruitcake recipe has been passed down in one family for over a hundred years, and it's easy to see why. Made with citron, currants, citrus zest, and spices, this fruitcake is a delicious and traditional option for the holiday season. Bake it and share it with your own family for a taste of history and tradition.
The holiday season is not complete without a slice of delicious fruitcake on the dessert table. This traditional dessert has been a staple in many households for centuries and has evolved into various versions across different cultures. Whether you prefer a dense and boozy fruitcake or a lighter and fruity one, there is a recipe out there that will suit your taste buds. Here are 20 of the best fruitcake recipes to try this holiday season.
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Christmas cake with a healthy Indian twist
Main Ingredients: Whole Wheat Flour, Dates, Cherry, Cranberries, Golden
If you're looking for a unique spin on the classic fruitcake, try this Christmas cake with a healthy Indian twist. This recipe includes ingredients like dates, jaggery, and almonds, giving the fruitcake a rich and nutty flavor. It's also free from refined sugar and uses whole wheat flour, making it a healthier option for those watching their sugar intake.
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Christmas Pudding
Main Ingredients: Fig, Dates, Cherry, Prunes, Cashew, Walnut, Fresh
Christmas pudding is a popular holiday dessert in the United Kingdom and Ireland. It's a steamed pudding made with dried fruits, spices, and suet. The suet gives the pudding a rich and moist texture, making it a decadent treat. This recipe also includes a delicious brandy butter sauce to drizzle over the pudding for extra flavor.
Jamaican Christmas cake, also known as black cake or rum cake, is a boozy and flavorful dessert that is a must-have during the holiday season in Jamaica. It's made with dried fruits soaked in rum for several weeks, giving it a deep and intense flavor. This recipe includes a traditional Jamaican method of making the cake, but also has options for those who want to make a non-alcoholic version.
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Irish American Mom’s Christmas Pudding
Main Ingredients: Raisins, Golden Raisins, Blueberries, Cherries, Orange
This Christmas pudding recipe is a combination of traditional Irish and American flavors. It includes ingredients like Guinness beer, Irish whiskey, and cranberries, giving it a unique and delicious taste. The pudding is also steamed, making it moist and rich. Serve with a dollop of whipped cream or custard for a complete holiday dessert.
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Uzvar (Dried fruit compote) – Popular Ukrainian...
Main Ingredients: Dried Cherries, Dried Pears, Dried Apples, Cherries
Uzvar is a popular Ukrainian Christmas drink made with dried fruits and spices. It's a non-alcoholic alternative to traditional holiday drinks and is often served hot. This recipe includes a variety of dried fruits like apples, pears, and apricots, as well as cinnamon and cloves for a warm and comforting flavor.
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Rum soaked Fruits & Nuts for Christmas cake
Main Ingredients: Almonds, Raisins, Prunes, Dates, Walnut, Cashew Nut
The key to a delicious fruitcake is the soaked fruits and nuts. This recipe gives a step-by-step guide on how to soak your fruits and nuts in rum for the perfect fruitcake. The longer you soak the fruits, the more intense the flavor will be. You can also use this method to prepare your fruits in advance for any fruitcake recipe.
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Day 13 - Countdown to Christmas 2014 Sticky Toffee...
Main Ingredients: Dates, Baking Soda, Water, Brown Sugar, Bourbon, Flour
Sticky toffee pudding is a popular dessert in the United Kingdom, but this recipe gives it a festive twist by adding Christmas spices like cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg. The toffee sauce is also infused with rum, making it a perfect accompaniment to any holiday dessert. Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a decadent treat.
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Cherry Nougat Cookies (12 Days of Christmas)
Main Ingredients: Butter, Powdered Sugar, Sugar, Salt, Almond Extract
These cherry nougat cookies are a delicious and festive addition to any holiday cookie platter. They are made with dried cherries, almonds, and white chocolate chips, giving them a chewy and nutty texture. The nougat adds an extra layer of sweetness and is a perfect contrast to the tartness of the cherries.
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Chocolate Covered Cherry Acai Bowls
Main Ingredients: Acai, Cherry, Frozen Cherries, Pitted Medjool Dates
If you're looking for a healthier alternative to traditional holiday desserts, try these chocolate covered cherry acai bowls. They are made with frozen acai, cherries, and dark chocolate, making them a rich and indulgent treat. Top them with your favorite toppings like granola, nuts, or coconut for added flavor and texture.
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12 Days of Christmas Contest Winner - Cherry Bing Bars
Main Ingredients: Sugar, Evaporated Milk, Marshmallows, Margarine, Chips
This recipe is a contest winner and for good reason. These cherry bing bars are a perfect combination of sweet and tart flavors. They are made with dried cherries, almonds, and a layer of chocolate on top. These bars are easy to make and are a great addition to any holiday party or as a homemade gift for friends and family.
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Mom's Fruitcake
Main Ingredients: Sliced Almonds, Walnuts, Dates, Golden Raisins
For many, fruitcake is a dessert that reminds them of their childhood and family traditions. This recipe is a classic fruitcake that has been passed down through generations. It's a dense and boozy fruitcake made with a variety of dried fruits, nuts, and spices. It's best to make this fruitcake a few weeks in advance to allow the flavors to develop fully.
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Holiday Entertaining
Main Ingredients: Brie, Rondele, Cheeses, Pomegranate Seeds, Crackers
This holiday season, impress your guests with this delicious and festive cherry chip loaf. It's a moist and fluffy cake made with maraschino cherries and chocolate chips, giving it a burst of flavor in every bite. This loaf is perfect for holiday brunches or as a dessert after a hearty holiday meal.
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Cherry Chip Loaf
Main Ingredients: Flour, Cane Sugar, Butter, Eggs, Applesauce, Honey
This cherry chip loaf recipe is a great alternative to traditional fruitcake for those who don't enjoy the dense and boozy version. It's a lighter and fluffier cake made with maraschino cherries and white chocolate chips. The cherries give the loaf a bright and festive color, making it a perfect addition to any holiday dessert table.
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Raw Mini Christmas Puddings with Paw Paw Custard
Main Ingredients: Almonds, Medjool Dates, Pitted Prunes, Raisins
If you're looking for a healthier and raw version of the classic Christmas pudding, try these mini Christmas puddings with paw paw custard. The puddings are made with dried fruits, nuts, and spices, and are topped with a creamy and fruity custard made with paw paw (papaya). This recipe is also vegan and gluten-free, making it a suitable option for those with dietary restrictions.
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Bourbon Fruitcake Cookies
Main Ingredients: Butter, Firmly Packed Brown Sugar, Eggs, All Purpose
If you love the flavors of bourbon and fruitcake, then you'll love these bourbon fruitcake cookies. These cookies are packed with dried fruits, nuts, and a generous splash of bourbon for a boozy kick. They are also soft and chewy, making them a perfect holiday cookie to enjoy with a cup of hot cocoa or mulled wine.
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Fruitcake Cookies
Main Ingredients: Butter, Brown Sugar, Egg, Vanilla, Almond Extract
These fruitcake cookies are a great way to use up any leftover fruitcake or fruitcake ingredients. They are a delicious combination of chewy and crunchy textures, with dried fruits, nuts, and oats in every bite. These cookies are also easy to make and are a fun recipe to get the kids involved in the holiday baking.
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Raw Chocolate Cranberry Truffles
Main Ingredients: Dates, Walnut Halves, Dried Cranberries, Raw Cacao
Cranberries are a staple in many holiday desserts, and these raw chocolate cranberry truffles are no exception. They are made with a combination of dates, almonds, dark chocolate, and dried cranberries, making them a healthier and indulgent treat. These truffles are also vegan and gluten-free, making them suitable for any dietary restrictions.
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Rich Fruit Cake
Main Ingredients: Raisins, Dates, Apricots, Prunes, Brandy, Sherry
This rich fruit cake recipe is a classic and traditional version of the popular dessert. It's a dense and boozy cake made with a variety of dried fruits, nuts, and spices. This cake is a labor of love, as it takes a few hours to prepare and needs to be baked for several hours. But the end result is a delicious and indulgent fruitcake that is worth the wait.
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Christmas Fruitcake – One Hundred Year Old Family
Main Ingredients: Cherries, Raisins, Pitted Dates, Mixed Fruit, Pecans
This fruitcake recipe has been passed down in one family for over a hundred years, and it's not hard to see why. It's a rich and flavorful fruitcake, made with dried fruits, nuts, and a generous splash of brandy. The recipe has been slightly adapted over the years, but it still remains a beloved holiday tradition in this family.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients:
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
2 tsp baking powder
1 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
1 cup chopped maraschino cherries (drained and patted dry)
1/2 cupchocolate chips
Wet Ingredients:
1 cupdates (pitted and chopped)
1/2 cupmelted butter
2 eggs
1 tspvanilla extract
1/2 cupmilk
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
In a large bowl, mix together the dry ingredients: flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Add in the chopped cherries and chocolate chips, and mix until evenly distributed.
In a separate bowl, mix together the wet ingredients: chopped dates, melted butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and milk.
Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth out the top.
Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let the loaf cool in the pan for 10 minutes before removing it and allowing it to cool completely on a wire rack.
Slice and serve your 12 Dates of Christmas Cherry Chip Loaf, or wrap it up as a homemade holiday gift for friends and family.
This cherry chip loaf is perfect for a holiday brunch, snack, or dessert. The combination of sweet cherries, rich chocolate, and chewy dates creates a unique and delicious flavor that will have everyone asking for seconds. Plus, the festive red and green colors make it a beautiful addition to any Christmas spread.
So why wait? Gather your ingredients and start baking this scrumptious holiday treat. Your taste buds (and loved ones) will thank you for it.
