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It’s that time of year again when the holidays are upon us and it’s time to start baking up some festive treats. One of the most beloved Christmas desserts is the classic Christmas loaf cake. This type of cake is a moist, spongy, fruit-filled cake that is usually served with a dollop of cream or custard. The traditional recipe is filled with raisins, sultanas and currants, but you can get creative with it and add your own favorite dried fruits such as cranberries, cherries, apricots and more. Here are some delicious Christmas loaf cake recipes that you can try this holiday season.

Delicious Christmas Loaf Cake Recipes

Classic Christmas Loaf Cake



This classic Christmas loaf cake is a great way to get into the festive spirit. It’s a simple and easy recipe that can be made with ingredients that you probably already have in your pantry.

Ingredients:

  • 250g butter, softened
  • 250g caster sugar
  • 4 eggs
  • 150g self-raising flour
  • 150g plain flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon ground allspice
  • 100g sultanas
  • 100g raisins
  • 100g currants
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 170°C (325°F). Grease and line a loaf tin with baking parchment.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  4. Sift together the flours, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg and allspice.
  5. Fold the dry ingredients into the creamed mixture.
  6. Stir in the sultanas, raisins, currants and salt.
  7. Pour the mixture into the prepared tin and bake for 1 hour or until a skewer inserted into the centre comes out clean.
  8. Leave to cool in the tin for 10 minutes before turning out onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition:

  • Calories: 429 kcal
  • Carbohydrates: 55 g
  • Protein: 6 g
  • Fat: 21 g
  • Saturated Fat: 12 g
  • Cholesterol: 82 mg
  • Sodium: 117 mg
  • Potassium: 248 mg
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Sugar: 28 g
  • Vitamin A: 645 IU
  • Vitamin C: 0.3 mg
  • Calcium: 48 mg
  • Iron: 2.4 mg

Cranberry and Orange Loaf Cake



This festive loaf cake is full of delicious cranberries and oranges, making it the perfect treat for the holiday season. The tartness of the cranberries is balanced out by the sweetness of the oranges, creating a cake that is both delicious and delightful.

Ingredients:

  • 200g butter, softened
  • 200g caster sugar
  • 3 eggs
  • 200g self-raising flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon ground allspice
  • 100g dried cranberries
  • 100g raisins
  • 100g candied orange peel, diced
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 170°C (325°F). Grease and line a loaf tin with baking parchment.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  4. Sift together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg and allspice.
  5. Fold the dry ingredients into the creamed mixture.
  6. Stir in the cranberries, raisins, orange peel and salt.
  7. Pour the mixture into the prepared tin and bake for 1 hour or until a skewer inserted into the centre comes out clean.
  8. Leave to cool in the tin for 10 minutes before turning out onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition:

  • Calories: 438 kcal
  • Carbohydrates: 56 g
  • Protein: 6 g
  • Fat: 21 g
  • Saturated Fat: 12 g
  • Cholesterol: 82 mg
  • Sodium: 119 mg
  • Potassium: 254 mg
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Sugar: 30 g
  • Vitamin A: 655 IU
  • Vitamin C: 0.4 mg
  • Calcium: 48 mg
  • Iron: 2.5 mg

Spiced Apple and Date Loaf Cake



This spiced apple and date loaf cake is the perfect way to indulge in the Christmas spirit. The sweetness of the apples and dates is balanced out by the warming spices, making it a delicious and festive treat.

Ingredients:

  • 200g butter, softened
  • 200g light brown sugar
  • 3 eggs
  • 200g self-raising flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon ground allspice
  • 100g dried apples, diced
  • 100g dates, diced
  • 100g walnuts, chopped
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 170°C (325°F). Grease and line a loaf tin with baking parchment.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  4. Sift together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg and allspice.
  5. Fold the dry ingredients into the creamed mixture.
  6. Stir in the apples, dates, walnuts and salt.
  7. Pour the mixture into the prepared tin and bake for 1 hour or until a skewer inserted into the centre comes out clean.
  8. Leave to cool in the tin for 10 minutes before turning out onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition:

  • Calories: 437 kcal
  • Carbohydrates: 56 g
  • Protein: 6 g
  • Fat: 21 g
  • Saturated Fat: 12 g
  • Cholesterol: 82 mg
  • Sodium: 118 mg
  • Potassium: 253 mg
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Sugar: 29 g
  • Vitamin A: 645 IU
  • Vitamin C: 0.3 mg
  • Calcium: 48 mg
  • Iron: 2.5 mg

Conclusion



These delicious Christmas loaf cakes are the perfect way to indulge in the festive spirit. Whether you go for a classic recipe or get creative with some new flavors, you’re sure to have a delicious cake that will be enjoyed by all. So, what are you waiting for? Get baking and make some delicious Christmas loaf cakes this holiday season!

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