5-Ingredient Christmas Cake recipe: the perfect festive treat

As the Christmas holidays approach, many of us are looking for simple, affordable recipes that we can prepare without spending hours in the kitchen. Our simple and festive option is a 5-ingredient Christmas cake!

It’s an easy-to-make treat that can be made with just a few cupboard staples, bringing the warmth of Christmas into your home.

Ingredients

– 2 cups of mixed dried fruit (raisins, sultanas or other dried fruit)

– 1 cup of self-raising flour

– 1 cup of sugar

– 1 cup of milk

– 1 teaspoon of mixed spice (optional, for that extra festive flavour)

Method

Mix the ingredients:
Preheat your oven to 150°C (300°F). In a large bowl, combine the mixed dried fruit, self-raising flour, sugar, milk, and mixed spice. Stir everything together until well mixed.

Bake the cake:
Pour the mixture into a lined cake tin. Bake for about 2 hours, or until a skewer inserted into the centre comes out clean.

Cool and serve:
Let the cake cool before removing it from the tin. Slice and enjoy as a festive treat!

This 5-ingredient Christmas cake is the perfect solution for anyone looking to enjoy a festive treat without the fuss. It’s budget-friendly, quick to make, and deliciously satisfying.

Whether you’re sharing it with family, friends, or enjoying a quiet moment with a cup of tea, this cake is a simple but delicious way to bring the flavours of Christmas to your table!

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