Ingredients
For a delicious Christmas cake, you will need the following ingredients: 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, 1 cup of butter, 1 1/2 cups of white sugar, 4 eggs, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, 1 cup of milk, 1/2 cup of dried cranberries, 1/2 cup of chopped walnuts, and 1/2 cup of chopped almonds. You will also need a 9-inch round cake pan and an electric mixer.
Instructions
Before you begin mixing your cake, preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Grease your cake pan with butter or shortening, then lightly dust with flour. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add the vanilla extract. Begin to alternate between adding the dry ingredients and the milk, mixing until just combined.
Stir in the cranberries, walnuts, and almonds. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Bake for 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool for 15 minutes before inverting onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition
Each serving of this delicious Christmas cake contains approximately 550 calories, 25 grams of fat, 80 grams of carbohydrates, and 8 grams of protein. Although it is high in fat and calories, it is also a good source of dietary fiber, thanks to the nuts and dried cranberries.
This cake is also a good source of B vitamins, including thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, vitamin B6, and folate. It also contains calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, and iron. It is also a good source of zinc, copper, and manganese.
Serving Suggestions
This delicious Christmas cake can be served as is, or with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of ice cream. It can also be served with a simple glaze or a cream cheese frosting. For a special treat, try serving with a warm caramel sauce.
This cake is perfect for holiday entertaining, or for a special occasion. It can be stored at room temperature for up to three days, or frozen for up to three months. Enjoy!