16+ 12 Inch Square Christmas Cake Recipe Experience Flavor Like Never Before!
Published on: Mar 5, 2024
Are you looking for a delicious and impressive dessert to serve this holiday season? Look no further than this 12 inch square Christmas cake recipe! A perfect combination of rich flavors and festive decorations, this cake is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. Whether you're an experienced baker or just starting out, this recipe is easy to follow and will result in a professional-looking and delicious cake that will be the star of your holiday spread. So let's get baking!
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Ingredients and Equipment
Ingredients:
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup brown sugar
4 large eggs
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1 tsp ground ginger
1 tsp ground nutmeg
1 tsp ground cloves
1 cup dried mixed fruit
1 cup glacé cherries, halved
1 cup raisins
1 cup currants
1 cup brandy
Equipment:
12 inch square cake tin
Baking parchment
Mixing bowl
Wooden spoon
Spatula
Cooling rack
Small saucepan
Pastry brush
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Fruit Mixture
Begin by preparing the dried fruit. In a small saucepan, combine the mixed fruit, glacé cherries, raisins, currants, and brandy. Heat over low heat for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the fruit has absorbed most of the brandy. Remove from heat and let cool.
Step 2: Preheat and Prepare the Pan
Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). Line the bottom and sides of the square cake tin with baking parchment, leaving an overhang on the sides for easy removal.
Step 3: Make the Cake Batter
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add in the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and ground spices. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until well combined. Finally, fold in the cooled fruit mixture.
Step 4: Bake the Cake
Pour the cake batter into the prepared tin and smooth the top with a spatula. Bake for 2.5-3 hours, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool in the tin for 15 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely.
Step 5: Decorate and Serve
Once the cake has cooled, it's time to decorate! You can keep it simple with a dusting of powdered sugar or go all out with a layer of marzipan and fondant. Add festive touches like holly leaves and berries or snowflake designs. Slice and serve with a cup of tea or a glass of brandy for a truly festive treat.
Now that you have this 12 inch square Christmas cake recipe in your baking arsenal, you can impress your loved ones with a beautiful and delicious dessert this holiday season. Happy baking!
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