WebNov 8, 2021 · Low fat Christmas Cake !!! Asked on 8 Nov 2021 by littlebear Hi Lindsey Is it possible to use low saturated spread rather than spreadable butter in the classic Christmas cake recipe as I’m meant to avoid having too much butter, so am trying to substitute where possible.
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WebDec 5, 2023 · Hello, I’m not sure that the sugar would make a difference. It can be oven temperature, the cake tin, under mixing, eggs not large enough or a mistake in the weighing out. Your cake may be fine. I would cut a sliver from the base to check the flavour and texture. Best wishes.
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WebOct 28, 2019 · All of Delia’s recipes with an eclectic oven temperature have been tested in a conventional oven, using top and bottom heat. If you have a fan oven, we agree that you should reduce the given temperature by 20 degrees. However, as the classic Christmas cake is baked on a lower shelf I would reduce it to 115 degrees. I would have a peek at 3 …
WebNov 9, 2015 · Method. Begin the cake a few hours before you want to make it (or even the night before) and simply place all the pre-soaking ingredients into a bowl, stir really well, then cover with a cloth and leave in a cool …
WebNov 7, 2022 · I haven’t tested this, but I would make either a 6 egg or a 7 egg classic Christmas cake for a 9 inch square tin. Based on this chart you could add the 2 & 5 egg quantities to make the 7 egg or add the 2 & 4 to make the 6 egg version. Give it extra layers of protection around the outside to help stop it drying out or catching on the corners
WebOct 27, 2022 · Now take a large roomy bowl, sift in the flour, then add the caster sugar, ground almonds, salt, butter, eggs and brandy and, using an electric hand whisk, whisk everything thoroughly for about a minute until …
WebNow begin the cake by sifting the flour, salt and spices into a large mixing bowl, lifting the sieve up high to give the flour a good airing. Next, in a separate large mixing bowl, whisk the butter and sugar together until it's light, pale and fluffy. Now beat the eggs in a separate bowl and add them to the creamed mixture a tablespoonful at a
WebJun 26, 2022 · For a 10 inch round, based on the chart I recommend using a 7 egg recipe. You could add the 2 egg and 5 egg quantities on this chart. When cooking in a fan oven we recommend reducing the given oven temperature by 20 degrees but as this cake is baked on the lowest shelf using conventional heat I would reduce it by 25 degrees if you use a …
WebNov 26, 2013 · All you do is weigh out the dried fruit, cherries and mixed peel, place it in a mixing bowl and mix in the brandy as evenly and thoroughly as possible. Cover the bowl with a clean tea cloth and leave …
WebRemember to take the butter out of the fridge so it will soften. When you are ready to bake the cake, pre-heat the oven to 140°C, gas mark 1. All you do is measure out the flour, sugar and softened butter into a very large …
WebJan 8, 2024 · Method. Begin by whisking the 6 oz (175 g) sugar, eggs and oil together in a bowl using an electric hand whisk for 2-3 minutes. Then sift together the flour, bicarbonate of soda and the mixed spice into the bowl, …
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WebDec 4, 2023 · Method. Put all the fruits, in a bowl and mix them with the brandy, cover with a cloth and leave them to soak for a minimum of 12 hours. When you’re ready to cook the cake, preheat the oven to 140°C, Gas mark 1. Sift the flour, salt and spices into a very large roomy mixing bowl then add the sugar, eggs, treacle (warm it a little first to
WebMay 2, 2021 · Hello, For a 10 inch round, based on the chart I recommend using a 7 egg recipe. You could add the 2 egg and 5 egg quantities on this chart. When cooking in a fan oven we recommend reducing the given oven temperature by 20 degrees but as this cake is baked on the lowest shelf using conventional heat I would reduce it by 25 degrees if you …
WebDec 1, 2009 · Creole Christmas Cake. For those who want to break with tradition and try something different, Delia shows how to make a dark and rich Creole Christmas cake using dried fruit, spices and plenty of
WebInstructions. Warm the oven up to 160C/315F/Gas 3. Use a little butter or spread to grease a loaf tin, or put in a loaf tin lining. In a big bowl, beat the spread and caster sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time and beat until well mixed.
WebDec 18, 2020 · Preheat oven to 160°C / 320°F (140°C fan). Grease and line a 21 – 22 cm / 8 – 9" round cake pan with baking paper (parchment paper) (7 cm / 2.75" tall). Using an electric beater, beat butter and sugar until …
WebPut 1kg mixed dried fruit, the zest and juice of 1 orange and 1 lemon, 150ml brandy or other alcohol, 250g softened butter and 200g light, soft brown sugar in a large pan set over a medium heat. STEP 2. Bring to the boil, …
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