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Festive Christmas Fruitcake Traybake

Festive Christmas Fruitcake Traybake: A Slice of Holiday Joy

Delightful Festive Christmas Fruitcake Traybake captures holiday essence with brandy-soaked fruits. Perfect for sharing and visually stunning!
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Holiday
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 400 g Dried mixed fruit Substitute with cranberries or figs for a playful twist.
  • 100 ml Brandy Use orange juice or apple cider for non-alcoholic version.
  • 200 g Unsalted butter Margarine can be used for dairy-free option.
  • 200 g Granulated sugar Light brown sugar can deepen flavor profile.
  • 4 large Eggs Vegan alternative: flaxseed or applesauce.
  • 250 g All-purpose flour Gluten-free flour blends can be substituted.
  • 2 tsp Baking powder Swappable with baking soda.
  • 1 tsp Salt
For the Decoration
  • 250 g Marzipan Roll out for a smooth finish.
  • 250 g Fondant Use on its own for a simpler look.

Equipment

  • Electric mixer
  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking Tray
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Soak the dried mixed fruit in brandy for at least a few hours, ideally overnight.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, beat unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 4–5 minutes.
  3. Incorporate the eggs one at a time, mixing well for about 30 seconds after each addition.
  4. Whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl.
  5. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  6. Gently mix the soaked dried fruit into the batter until evenly distributed.
  7. Pour the batter into a greased and lined baking tray, smooth out the top.
  8. Preheat the oven to 160°C (320°F) and bake for about 1 hour.
  9. Allow to cool completely in the tray before transferring to a wire rack.
  10. Decorate with rolled-out marzipan and fondant as desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, soak fruits well and mix gently to maintain light texture.

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