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Festive Christmas Fruitcake Traybake

Delight in Festive Christmas Fruitcake Traybake Magic

This Festive Christmas Fruitcake Traybake is a delightful twist on a classic, featuring spiced fruits and a buttery texture, perfect for sharing during the holidays.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Christmas
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 400 g Dried Mixed Fruit Try using dried figs, dates, or cranberries for a unique twist.
  • 100 ml Brandy Can substitute with orange juice or apple cider for a non-alcoholic option.
  • 250 g Butter Unsalted butter is recommended.
  • 200 g Brown Sugar Light brown sugar works if dark is unavailable.
  • 250 g All-Purpose Flour Use gluten-free flour blend if needed.
  • 2 tsp Baking Powder Ensure it's fresh.
  • 4 large Eggs Room temperature eggs are best.
For the Topping
  • 200 g Marzipan Adds flavor and finish.
  • 200 g Fondant Decorate according to your festive style.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Tray
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 160°C (325°F) and prepare a baking tray with parchment paper.
  2. Soak the dried mixed fruits with brandy for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Cream together unsalted butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add room-temperature eggs one at a time, mixing well after each.
  5. Whisk together flour and baking powder, then gradually add to the wet mixture.
  6. Fold in the soaked fruits until evenly distributed.
  7. Pour batter into the prepared tray and bake for approximately 60 minutes.
  8. Let the cake cool completely, then decorate with marzipan and fondant.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Rest the cake for up to two days after baking to deepen flavors. Store decorated cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

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