Looking for the perfect dessert to impress your guests this holiday season? Look no further than Woolworths' decadent Christmas cake recipe. This recipe is guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser with its rich and indulgent flavors. Plus, it's surprisingly easy to make. Let's dive into the details and get baking!
Main Ingredients: Unsalted Butter, Granulated Sugar, Vanilla Extract
Ingredients:
1. Fruit Mixture:
- 1 cup raisins
- 1 cup sultanas
- 1 cup currants
- 1 cup mixed peel
- 1 cup glace cherries
- 1/2 cup brandy
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp mixed spice
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp ground nutmeg
2. Cake Batter:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 4 eggs
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup almond meal
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
3. Glaze:
- 1/4 cup apricot jam
- 1/4 cup brandy
Instructions:
Once you have gathered all the ingredients, it's time to start baking. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake tin.
1. Fruit Mixture:
In a large mixing bowl, combine all the ingredients for the fruit mixture and mix well. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let it sit for at least an hour, allowing the fruits to soak up all the flavors.
2. Cake Batter:
In a separate mixing bowl, cream the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add in the eggs, one at a time, and beat well after each addition. Sift in the flour, baking powder, and salt, and mix until well combined. Stir in the almond meal, chopped walnuts, honey, and vanilla extract.
3. Combining:
Gradually fold the fruit mixture into the cake batter, making sure it is evenly distributed. Spoon the batter into the prepared tin and smooth the top with a spatula. Bake for 2 hours or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
4. Glaze:
While the cake is still hot, heat the apricot jam and brandy in a small saucepan. Brush the glaze over the top of the cake and let it cool completely before removing it from the tin.
Serve your Woolworths' decadent Christmas cake as is or with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Your guests will be amazed by the rich and indulgent flavors of this festive dessert. Happy baking!
