Mini christmas cakes –Christmas is a wonderful time of year, filled with joy, laughter, and of course, delicious treats! One of my favorite festive delights is the Mini Christmas Cake. These little cakes are not only adorable but also packed with flavors that remind me of the holiday spirit. Let’s dive into how you can make these festive treats and bring some cheer to your holiday gatherings!
Mini Christmas Cakes
These mini cakes are perfect for sharing or for enjoying as a sweet treat throughout the holiday season. Their charming size means you can indulge without feeling guilty! Plus, they make for lovely gifts when wrapped in pretty packaging.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups mixed dried fruits (such as raisins, currants, and chopped apricots)
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 cup marzipan
- 1 cup royal icing for decoration
- Festive decorations (like edible glitter or sprinkles)
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners. This recipe will yield about 12 mini cakes.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat together the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. This usually takes about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. This helps to incorporate air into the mixture, making your cakes lighter.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix!
- Fold in the mixed dried fruits until they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 2/3 full.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Once baked, remove the cakes from the oven and allow them to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once the cakes are completely cool, roll out the marzipan to about 1/4 inch thickness and cut circles to fit the tops of your mini cakes. Place the marzipan on each cake, pressing down gently.
- Using a spatula or a piping bag, decorate the tops with royal icing. You can create beautiful designs or simply spread it on for a delicious finish.
- Add festive touches with edible glitter or sprinkles for extra holiday flair!
These Mini Christmas Cakes are sure to bring smiles to your friends and family this holiday season. Enjoy making them together, and don’t forget to relish the delicious results!