Traditional British Christmas Cake Recipe

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WEBDec 1, 2023 · Cover with plastic wrap and allow to soak overnight (at least) and preferably for 2 to 3 days, stirring daily. Preheat and line the pan. …

Ratings: 78
Estimated Reading Time: 8 mins
Cuisine: English
Total Time: 12 hrs 30 mins
1. In a medium bowl, combine all of the fruit (after rinsing). Pour brandy or sherry over, and top off with additional orange juice if desired. Cover with plastic wrap and allow to soak overnight (at least) and preferably for 2 to 3 days, stirring daily.
2. To cover the Christmas Cake, turn the cake upside down so that the flat side up is facing upward. Combine the apricot preserves and warm water, stir to thin and sieve through a fine sieve or cheesecloth. Use the remaining mix to coat the bottom and sides of the cake.
3. Using a large bowl, or the bowl of your stand mixer, whisk the egg whites until frothy and foamy. Add sifted confectioners sugar with cream of tartar to the whisked egg whites gradually, adding 1-2 Tbsp at a time on a low setting.

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WEBNov 30, 2021 · Preheat the oven to 170°C, 325°F, Gas Mark 3. Lightly grease and line a round cake tin (20cm/8in diameter, 7.5cm/3in deep) with greaseproof paper. In a large mixing bowl mix together the prunes and apple. Add the sugar, then beat in the eggs a little at a time. Press down the mixture to squash the prunes.

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WEB6. Pour into the prepared cake tin. 7. Using the back of a metal spoon, make a slight dip in the centre to allow for an even top once baked. Bake in the oven for 2 - 2½ hours or until a metal skewer inserted into the cake comes out clean. 8. Allow to cool on a wire rack, then remove the greaseproof paper. Glaze by

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WEBNov 12, 2022 · Put the batter into the prepared baking pan. Make a slight indentation in the middle of the batter. This helps the cake to bake evenly. Wrap a ring of aluminum foil (folded in half), so that it is about 2″ above the rim of the pan and clip to hold together with a metal paper clip or one as in the photo above.

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WEBSep 29, 2021 · Line a cake tin with parchment paper. In a large mixing bowl mix together the prunes and apple. Add the sugar, then beat in the eggs a little at a time. Press down to squash the prunes. Mix in the lemon and …

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WEBNov 30, 2023 · Bake the cake in a cool oven at gas mark 1 (140°C or 275°F) for about 3 hours. Keep checking on it, and when the top looks solid, test it with a skewer. Put the skewer into the centre of the cake; it is …

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WEBDec 4, 2023 · Step 1: Begin by rehydrating the dried fruits. Place these in a large pan and add the butter, sugar, lemon juice and zest, orange juice and zest, and rum. Cook over a medium heat until the butter has melted and the mixture is boiling. Lower the temperature and simmer for about 5 minutes.

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WEBMay 23, 2024 · Stand the tin on a double layer of newspaper in the lower part of the oven. If you have a gas oven, ensure the paper is well away from any flame. Bake in preheated oven for 4 1/2 hours. If the cake is …

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WEBOct 2, 2020 · Leave it at least 10 minutes while you prepare for baking the Christmas cake. 3. While the fruit is draining, sieve the flour, spice (& baking powder if using Plain/A.P. flour). Then add in the ground …

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WEBDec 19, 2023 · Remove from heat and let cool for 30 minutes. 2. Adjust oven rack to middle position and heat oven to 325°. Heavily spray a nonstick 9-inch springform pan with baking spray. 3. Whisk flour

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WEBNov 16, 2009 · Take a 9 inch round deep baking tin and grease it well. LIne it with a double thickness of baking parchment and butter it again. Set aside. Sift the flour into a bowl along with the spices. Beat the butter and the sugars together until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs, one at a time. Gently fold in the flour mixture.

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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 …

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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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WEBPrep: 40 minutes. 1. Pre-heat oven to 170ºC/325ºF/Gas Mark 3 or 150ºC for a fan assisted oven. Grease and line a 20cm (8inch) round, deep cake tin with baking parchment. 2. Put the dates in a saucepan with the orange juice. Bring to the boil, cover and simmer for 10 mins, stiring occasionally, until softened.

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WEBSpoon into the lined cake tins. 7. Bake for 45 minutes for individual cakes or 1hour -1½ hours for a large tin. Cover lightly with foil after 30 minutes. A skewer pushed into the centre of the cake should come out clean when it's cooked. Drizzle the brandy or sherry over the hot cake, if using, then leave to cool in the tins on a wire rack. 8.

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WEBA light and aromatic elderflower and berry pastry treat, which is lower in fat and sugar. Get the recipe for berry and elderflower tarts; 2. Carrot, sultana and orange cake. This easy traybake is heart-healthy as it's low in saturated fat, but still moist and full of flavour. It's perfect for sharing with family and friends.

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