Our Easiest Ever Christmas Cake Recipes

Christmas is a time for celebration, and what better way to celebrate than with a delicious cake? But if you're not a baker, the thought of making a Christmas cake can be daunting. That's why we've put together a collection of our easiest ever Christmas cake recipes, so you can enjoy a festive treat without any hassle.

1. Easy Christmas Fruit Cake

This classic Christmas cake is made with a mixture of dried fruits, nuts, and spices, and is soaked in brandy or rum for a rich and flavorful taste. But don't worry, you don't need any special skills to make this cake – it's easy to follow and perfect for beginners. Ingredients: * 1 cup all-purpose flour * 1/2 cup sugar * 1 teaspoon baking powder * 1/4 teaspoon baking soda * 1/4 teaspoon salt * 1/2 cup butter, softened * 1 egg * 1/2 cup milk * 1/2 cup dried cranberries * 1/2 cup chopped walnuts * 1/2 cup chopped pecans * 1/4 cup chopped dried apricots * 1/4 cup chopped dried cherries * 1/4 cup brandy or rum Instructions: 1. Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (160 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan. 2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. 3. In a separate bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg, then add the milk alternately with the dry ingredients, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. 4. Stir in the cranberries, walnuts, pecans, apricots, cherries, and brandy or rum. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. 5. Let the cake cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely.

2. No-Bake Christmas Cheesecake

If you're looking for a quick and easy Christmas dessert, this no-bake cheesecake is the perfect choice. It's made with a graham cracker crust and a creamy cheesecake filling, and it's topped with a festive layer of red and green sprinkles. Ingredients: * 1 cup graham cracker crumbs * 1/4 cup melted butter * 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened * 1/2 cup sugar * 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract * 1 cup sour cream * 1/2 cup chopped pecans * 1/2 cup chopped red and green sprinkles Instructions: 1. In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. 2. In a large bowl, beat together the cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Beat in the vanilla extract and sour cream. Stir in the pecans. 3. Pour the cheesecake filling over the graham cracker crust. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight. 4. Before serving, top the cheesecake with the chopped red and green sprinkles.

3. Gingerbread Christmas Cookies

These gingerbread cookies are a classic Christmas treat that's easy to make and fun to decorate. They're made with a mixture of spices and molasses, and they're cut into festive shapes and decorated with royal icing. Ingredients: * 1 cup all-purpose flour * 1 teaspoon baking soda * 1 teaspoon ground ginger * 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon * 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves * 1/4 teaspoon salt * 1/2 cup butter, softened * 1/2 cup granulated sugar * 1/2 cup dark molasses * 1 large egg Instructions: 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. 2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and salt. 3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the molasses and egg. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. 4. Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to a thickness of 1/4 inch. Cut out the dough into your desired shapes and place them on the prepared baking sheet. 5. Bake for about 10-12 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies are just starting to brown. 6. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. 7. Decorate the cookies with royal icing as desired. We hope you enjoy these easy Christmas cake recipes! With these recipes, you can enjoy a delicious and festive Christmas cake without any hassle.