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Classic Christmas Cake

A traditional rich and fruity Christmas cake perfect for the festive season. The taste of this cake brings a festive feeling to everyone.

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Ingredients

number of servings
12
  • 250 gms semolina sugar Added to
  • 250 gms unsalted butter Added to
  • 250 gms dried mixed fruit Added to
  • 250 gms self-raising flour Added to
  • 2 teaspoons ground mixed spice Added to
  • 4 Pieces large eggs Added to
  • 2 tbls brandy Added to
  • 50 gms Almonds Added to
  • 50 gms glace cherries Added to
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Directions

180 min.
1. Step

Heat your oven to 150C/130C fan/gas 2. Line a 20cm round cake tin with baking parchment.

2. Step

In a large bowl, cream together the sugar and butter until fluffy.

3. Step

Slowly add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.

4. Step

Sift in the flour and spice, then fold in with a metal spoon along with the mixed fruit, nuts and cherries.

5. Step

Pour the mixture into the prepared tin and level the surface with the back of a spoon.

6. Step

Bake for 3 hrs or until a skewer inserted into the middle of the cake comes out clean. If the top is browning too quickly, cover with a piece of baking parchment.

7. Step

Once baked, let it cool in the tin, then remove and wrap in baking parchment. It’s now ready to be stored until Christmas. Alternatively, the cake is ready to be decorated if you decide to do so. Enjoy!

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