Description
Indulge in the festive spirit with this Australian Christmas Fruit Cake, a moist and dense creation brimming with succulent dried fruits and aromatic spices. Each slice promises a burst of rich flavors and textures, making it the perfect holiday treat to share with family and friends. Ideal for special occasions, this cake transforms simple ingredients into a stunning centerpiece that will delight everyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups dried mixed fruit (raisins, currants, sultanas)
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup dark brown sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 cup chopped nuts (almonds or walnuts)
- ¼ cup brandy or rum (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). Grease and line a round cake tin with parchment paper.
- Soak the dried mixed fruits in brandy or rum for at least one hour.
- In a bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy (about 3–4 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition to create a smooth batter.
- Sift together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and nutmeg in another bowl; fold gently into the wet mixture.
- Incorporate the soaked fruits and chopped nuts until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Spoon the batter into the prepared tin and smooth the top. Bake for about 1 hour and 30 minutes or until a skewer inserted comes out clean. Allow cooling before removing from the tin.
- For enhanced flavor, wrap cooled cake tightly in plastic wrap or foil; let it rest for at least one week before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Australian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (120g)
- Calories: 365
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 105mg