16+ Christmas Cake Recipe With A Twist Savor The Mouthwatering Goodness!
Published on: Mar 21, 2024
If you're tired of the same old traditional Christmas cake every year, why not shake things up with a new and exciting twist? This Christmas cake recipe is sure to impress and delight your family and friends. It combines the classic flavors of a traditional Christmas cake with a unique and unexpected ingredient – bacon. That's right, bacon. This unconventional addition adds a delicious savory element to the sweetness of the cake, creating a perfect balance of flavors. So let's get started on this delicious and twisted Christmas cake recipe!
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Traditional Christmas Pudding with a Twist
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A Very Murray Christmas Cake
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Japanese Christmas Cake, a little Early
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Simple Christmas Cake
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Main Ingredients: Raisins, Sultanas, Dried Apricots, Dried Figs, Wine
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The Ingredients
To make this twisted Christmas cake, you will need the following ingredients:
For the Cake:
- 1 cup of all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon of baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- 1/2 cup of unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup of granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup of brown sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup of milk
- 1/2 cup of chopped walnuts
- 1/2 cup of dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup of cooked and crumbled bacon
For the Frosting:
- 1 cup of unsalted butter, softened
- 3 cups of powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons of heavy cream
- Additional cooked and crumbled bacon for topping
The Method
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a separate large bowl, cream together the butter and sugars until light and fluffy.
4. Add in the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
5. Gradually add in the dry ingredients, alternating with the milk, until everything is well combined.
6. Fold in the chopped walnuts, dried cranberries, and cooked and crumbled bacon.
7. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth out the top with a spatula.
8. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
9. Let the cake cool completely before frosting.
For the Frosting:
1. In a large bowl, beat the softened butter until smooth.
2. Gradually add in the powdered sugar, mixing well after each addition.
3. Stir in the vanilla extract and heavy cream, and beat until the frosting is light and fluffy.
4. Once the cake has cooled, frost the top and sides with the prepared frosting.
5. Sprinkle additional cooked and crumbled bacon on top for added flavor and decoration.
Final Thoughts
This twisted Christmas cake recipe is perfect for those who want to add a little something extra to their holiday dessert spread. The combination of sweet and savory flavors is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. So why not give this unique Christmas cake a try this holiday season? Your taste buds will thank you. Happy baking!
