Easy Christmas Cake Traybake
Easy Christmas Cake Traybake is a delightful dessert perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy nights in. This festive traybake combines rich spices, sweet dried fruits, and a creamy frosting that will warm your heart and elevate your celebrations. With its simple preparation, this recipe is ideal for novice bakers looking to impress friends and family with minimal effort. Enjoy a slice of holiday cheer!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Holiday
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ½ tsp nutmeg
- ½ tsp allspice
- 1 cup mixed dried fruits (raisins, cranberries)
- 3 large eggs
- ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp milk
Instructions
- Preparation Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 30 minutes | Yield: 12 servings.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice.
- In another bowl, beat eggs until frothy and mix in melted butter. Add dried fruits and stir until coated.
- Gradually fold the wet mixture into the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared tray and bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
- Allow to cool completely before drizzling with frosting made from powdered sugar and milk.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (75g)
- Calories: 285
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg