Mini Christmas Cakes

Delight in the festive spirit with these Mini Christmas Cakes, a charming twist on the classic holiday dessert. Packed with rich flavors from mixed dried fruits, zesty orange and lemon, and a warm blend of cinnamon and nutmeg, these individual-sized treats are perfect for sharing. Whether you soak the fruits in brandy for extra depth or enjoy them alcohol-free, the result is a moist, spiced cake bursting with holiday cheer. Baked in a muffin tin for convenient portions, these cakes are easy to prepare yet elegant enough for any holiday gathering. Serve them dusted with icing sugar for a snowy finish, and pair with a cup of tea or mulled wine for the ultimate Christmas indulgence.

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:120 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 150 g All-purpose flour
• 125 g Unsalted butter
• 125 g Brown sugar
• 2 large Eggs
• 250 g Mixed dried fruits (raisins, sultanas, currants, chopped apricots)
• 50 g Glacé cherries (chopped)
• 50 g Ground almonds
• 2 tbsp Milk
• 1 zested Orange zest
• 0.5 zested Lemon zest
• 1 tsp Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 tsp Ground nutmeg
• 1 tsp Baking powder
• 3 tbsp Brandy (optional, for soaking the fruits)
• 0 Icing sugar (for dusting, optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 150°C (300°F). Line a 12-cup muffin tin with cupcake liners (or use mini cake tins).

Step 2

If using brandy, soak the mixed dried fruits in the brandy for at least 1 hour or overnight for best flavor.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, cream the unsalted butter and brown sugar together until light and fluffy.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Fold in the orange zest, lemon zest, ground almonds, and soaked mixed fruits along with the chopped glacé cherries.

Step 6

In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg.

Step 7

Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, alternating with milk, until combined. Do not overmix.

Step 8

Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared muffin tin, filling each liner about 3/4 full.

Step 9

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

Step 10

Remove the cakes from the oven and allow them to cool completely in the tin before transferring them to a wire rack.

Step 11

Optional: Dust the tops of the mini cakes with icing sugar before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	951.3 grams (951.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3518

Total Fat 145.30g	186%
Saturated Fat 68.40g	342%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 651mg	217%
Sodium 690mg	30%
Total Carbohydrate 507.00g	184%
Dietary Fiber 28.40g	101%
Total Sugars 338.70g
Protein 47.20g	94%

Vitamin D 95IU	475%
Calcium 546mg	42%
Iron 16mg	87%
Potassium 2823mg	60%

*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: 37.1%

Protein: 5.4%

Carbs: 57.5%