How to Make the Best Tesco Christmas Cake

Christmas is a time for celebration, and what better way to celebrate than with a delicious homemade Christmas cake? This Tesco Christmas cake recipe is easy to follow and produces a moist, flavorful cake that will be the star of your holiday dessert table.

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup butter, softened
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 3 eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup dried cranberries
• 1 cup raisins
• 1 cup candied cherries
• 1 cup chopped walnuts
• 1 cup confectioners’ sugar
• 1/2 cup milk

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking pan.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a medium bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
4. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients alternately with the milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Fold in the cranberries, raisins, cherries, and walnuts.
5. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
6. Let the cake cool completely before frosting.

Frosting

• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1/2 cup butter, softened
• 1 cup confectioners’ sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1. In a large bowl, beat together the cream cheese and butter until light and fluffy. Beat in the confectioners’ sugar and vanilla extract until smooth.
2. Spread the frosting over the cooled cake.

FAQ

Q: What if don’t have time to make a homemade Christmas cake?

A: You can always buy a store-bought Christmas cake, or you can make a simplified version of this recipe using store-bought cake mix.

Q: I’m not confident in my baking skills. Can still make this cake?

A: Yes, this cake is very easy to follow, even for beginners. Just be sure to read the recipe carefully and follow the steps exactly.

Q: What is the best way to store this cake?

A: This cake can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

Pros

• This cake is moist and flavorful.
• It’s easy to make, even for beginners.
• It’s a great way to use up leftover cranberries, raisins, and candied cherries.
• It’s a beautiful and festive addition to any holiday dessert table.

Tips

• For a richer flavor, soak the raisins and currants in brandy or rum for a few hours before adding them to the cake batter.
• If you don’t have a slow cooker, you can bake the cake in a preheated 350°F oven for 2-3 hours, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
• For a more festive look, decorate the cake with candied cherries, walnuts, and/or peppermint candies.