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Englischer Christmas Cake

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A traditional English Christmas Cake rich with fruits and spices, perfect for the festive season.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound mixed dried fruit
  • 1 pound marzipan
  • 1 pound icing sugar
  • 1/2 pound unsalted butter
  • 1/2 pound brown sugar
  • 6 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon mixed spice powder
  • 1/2 cup brandy

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  4. Stir in the lemon juice and vanilla extract.
  5. In another bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and mixed spice powder.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the brandy.
  7. Fold in the mixed dried fruit until evenly distributed.
  8. Pour the batter into a prepared cake tin.
  9. Bake for about 2 to 3 hours or until a skewer comes out clean.
  10. Let the cake cool before decorating with marzipan and icing.

Notes

  • Fruit can be soaked in brandy for added flavor.
  • Store the cake in a cool, dry place for improved taste over time.

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Find it online: https://rezeptfreund.de/englischer-christmas-cake/