Welcome

This cake feels warm and bright for the cold days. It uses common spices and gets soft and light. If you like new sweets, check this almond ricotta cake for more simple ideas.

why make this recipe

This cake fills the room with good smells. You can make it ahead and still keep the taste. It looks nice on the table and keeps well. For a small sweet side, try these apple crisp mini cheesecakes too.

how to make Heavenly Christmas Cake That Will Wow Your Holiday Guests

Read the whole plan before you start. You mix dry parts, mix wet parts, then join them. You bake until the top springs back and a toothpick comes out clean. For a festive twist, you can layer pieces like a trifle and add fruit or cream, as in this black forest trifle Christmas idea.

Ingredients :

2 cups All-Purpose Flour (Substitute with a gluten-free flour blend for gluten-free.)
2 teaspoons Baking Powder
1 teaspoon Baking Soda
2 teaspoons Cinnamon (Adjust to taste.)
1 teaspoon Nutmeg
1 teaspoon Ginger
1 teaspoon Salt
1 cup Unsalted Butter (Swap for margarine for dairy-free.)
1 cup Granulated Sugar (Reduce for a less sweet version.)
4 large Eggs (Replace with flax eggs for vegan.)
2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract
1 cup Buttermilk (Yogurt can be used as a substitute.)
3 cups Powdered Sugar (Look for corn-free options if needed.)
1 cup Heavy Cream (Coconut cream can be used for dairy-free.)
You can look at a light cream idea like this blackberry cheesecake for a simple cream top.

Directions :

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch pan and line the bottom with paper.
In a bowl, sift flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt. Stir to mix.
In another bowl, beat the butter and sugar until light. Add eggs one at a time. Mix in vanilla.
Add the dry mix in parts and stir gently. Add buttermilk in parts. Mix until smooth.
Pour the batter into the pan. Tap the pan to remove air bubbles.
Bake 35–45 minutes. Test with a toothpick. If it comes out clean, the cake is done.
Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Move it to a rack and cool fully.
To make the frosting, beat powdered sugar and heavy cream until thick and smooth. Spread on the cool cake.
Add any nuts, fruit, or sugar dust for a bright look.
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how to serve Heavenly Christmas Cake That Will Wow Your Holiday Guests

Cut the cake with a sharp knife. Serve on small plates. Add a spoon of whipped cream or a berry on the side. Keep a warm drink near the cake. Guests like a small dust of powdered sugar on top.

how to store Heavenly Christmas Cake That Will Wow Your Holiday Guests

Wrap the cake well in foil or put it in a sealed box. Keep it at room temperature for two days. Put it in the fridge for up to five days. Freeze slices in a bag for up to one month. Thaw in the fridge before you eat.

tips to make Heavenly Christmas Cake That Will Wow Your Holiday Guests

Use room temperature eggs and butter. They mix well.
Do not overmix the batter. Mix until you see no dry flour.
Check the oven 5 minutes before time ends. Ovens differ.
Let the cake cool before you frost it. Warm cake melts the frosting.
Taste the batter if you change sugar or spices to keep the right balance.

variation (if any)

Gluten-free: Use a gluten-free flour mix. Add a bit of xanthan gum if the mix has none.
Dairy-free: Use margarine and coconut cream instead of butter and heavy cream.
Less sweet: Cut the sugar by 1/4 cup and use a light glaze instead of full frosting.
Add nuts or dried fruit to the batter for more texture.

FAQs

Q: Can I make this cake a day ahead?
A: Yes. Bake and frost it the day before. Keep it in the fridge in a tight box.

Q: Can I use yogurt instead of buttermilk?
A: Yes. Use plain yogurt and thin it with a little water if it is thick.

Q: How do I know the cake is done?
A: Stick a toothpick in the center. If it comes out clean, the cake is ready.

Q: Can I make this in two small pans?
A: Yes. Bake a little less time and check with a toothpick.

Q: Can I add fruit in the batter?
A: Yes, fold in small pieces of apple or dried fruit. Do not add too much.

Conclusion

For more holiday dessert ideas and ways to wow your guests, see 86 Heavenly Holiday Dessert Ideas That Will Wow Guests.

Heavenly Christmas Cake That Will Wow Your Holiday Guests