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Eggless Christmas Fruit Cake Recipe

Eggless Christmas Fruit Cake Recipe
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This Eggless Christmas Fruit Cake is a moist, rich, and flavorful holiday classic made without eggs. Packed with mixed dried fruits soaked in rum or brandy, warm spices, and a hint of orange, this cake is perfect for festive celebrations and suits those seeking an egg-free dessert option.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup (200g) brown sugar
  • 1½ tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • ½ tsp ground nutmeg
  • ½ tsp ground ginger
  • ¼ tsp ground cloves

Wet Ingredients

  • ½ cup (120ml) melted butter or vegetable oil
  • 1 cup (240ml) milk
  • ½ cup (120g) plain yogurt
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract
  • 2 tbsp molasses or treacle (optional but enriches flavor)
  • 1 tbsp orange zest
  • ¼ cup (60ml) orange juice

Fruits & Add-ins

  • 2 cups (300g) mixed dried fruits (raisins, currants, cherries)
  • ½ cup (70g) mixed peel
  • ½ cup (60g) chopped nuts (optional)
  • ½ cup (120ml) rum, brandy, or orange juice for soaking fruits

Instructions

  1. Soak the Fruits: Soak the mixed dried fruits in rum, brandy, or orange juice for at least one hour, or preferably overnight, to enhance flavor and moisture.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves. Stir well to distribute all spices evenly.
  3. Prepare Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted butter or vegetable oil, milk, plain yogurt, vanilla extract, molasses (if using), orange zest, and orange juice until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
  4. Combine Wet and Dry: Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Gently fold the mixture until it is almost combined, taking care not to overmix to keep the cake tender.
  5. Incorporate Soaked Fruits and Add-ins: Drain the soaked dried fruits and toss them in a small amount of flour to prevent sinking. Fold the floured fruits, mixed peel, and chopped nuts (if using) into the batter evenly.
  6. Prepare Baking Pan: Grease and line a round baking pan with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
  7. Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula. Bake in a preheated oven at 160°C (320°F) for 50–60 minutes, or until the cake is firm to the touch and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  8. Cool and Finish: Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before removing. Optionally, brush the top with additional warmed molasses or brandy for a glossy finish and extra moisture.

Notes

  • Soaking the dried fruits overnight greatly enhances the fruit flavors and moistness of the cake.
  • You can substitute vegetable oil for melted butter to make the cake vegan if using plant-based yogurt and milk.
  • Ensure not to overmix the batter to maintain a tender crumb.
  • Stirring the soaked fruits in flour helps prevent them from sinking to the bottom during baking.
  • The cake flavors improve if stored wrapped in an airtight container for a couple of days before serving.
  • Optional nuts can be omitted or replaced with seeds for nut allergies.

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Keywords: Eggless Christmas Fruit Cake, Holiday Cake, Festive Cake, Egg-free Cake, Fruit Cake, Christmas Dessert

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