Description
A classic vintage Christmas cake recipe that brings festive flavors to your holiday table. Perfect for celebrations and gifting.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 4 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp ground cloves
- 1/2 cup raisins
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
- 1/4 cup brandy (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch cake pan.
- Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the butter mixture.
- Fold in raisins and walnuts.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 45-50 minutes.
- Let cool before serving. Optional: brush with brandy for extra flavor.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- For a richer taste, soak raisins in brandy overnight.
- Decorate with powdered sugar or festive icing.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: christmas vintage cake holiday dessert festive