Holiday Gumdrop Cake

Celebrate the season with this festive and nostalgic Holiday Gumdrop Cake—a delightful twist on classic fruitcake that's sure to steal the spotlight at your next holiday gathering! Bursting with colorful bits of chewy gumdrops and spiced with warm hints of cinnamon and nutmeg, this tender Bundt cake is as fun to look at as it is to eat. Creamy butter, rich vanilla, and optional crunchy pecans or walnuts add layers of flavor and texture, while a dusting of powdered sugar creates the perfect snowy finish. This recipe is easy to follow, oven-ready in just 30 minutes, and yields a show-stopping dessert to serve 12. Whether you're hosting a holiday party or looking for a unique giftable treat, this Holiday Gumdrop Cake is a merry must-bake!

Nutriscore Rating: 44/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:120 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoons ground nutmeg
• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1.5 cups granulated sugar
• 4 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 cup whole milk
• 2 cups assorted gumdrops (chopped, no licorice flavor)
• 1 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
• 0.25 cup powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease and flour a 10-inch bundt pan or tube pan.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 4

Beat in the eggs, one at a time, ensuring each egg is fully incorporated before adding the next. Stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the milk. Start and end with the dry ingredients, mixing just until combined. Do not overmix.

Step 6

Toss the chopped gumdrops with 2 tablespoons of flour to prevent them from sinking. Fold the floured gumdrops and nuts (if using) into the batter.

Step 7

Spoon the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 85-90 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 9

Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then invert onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Once cool, dust the top with powdered sugar if desired. Slice and serve to enjoy the festive flavors!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1908.3 grams (1908.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6966

Total Fat 303.20g	389%
Saturated Fat 140.10g	701%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.30g
Cholesterol 1290mg	430%
Sodium 2535mg	110%
Total Carbohydrate 1004.00g	365%
Dietary Fiber 23.40g	84%
Total Sugars 629.00g
Protein 84.90g	170%

Vitamin D 271IU	1357%
Calcium 632mg	49%
Iron 24mg	133%
Potassium 1587mg	34%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 38.5%

Protein: 4.8%

Carbs: 56.7%