Icelandic Christmas Cake

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 14
Traditional Icelandic Christmas Cake recipe for the holiday season
in Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

70 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 cup white sugar
3/4 cup butter
2 eggs
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
3/4 cup milk
1/2 cup raisins
1/2 teaspoon lemon extract
1/2 teaspoon cardamom flavored extract

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
378
Sugar
33g
Fat
16g
Icelandic Christmas Cake is a traditional dessert served during the holiday season in Iceland. Also known as Jólakaka, this cake is sweet, flavorful, and perfect for sharing with friends and family. The recipe is simple, and the raisins add a nice texture to the cake. The cardamom and lemon extracts give it a unique taste that is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2.In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
3.Beat in the eggs, one at a time, until well combined.
4.In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and baking powder.
5.Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet, alternating with the milk, until fully combined.
6.Stir in the raisins, lemon extract, and cardamom extract.
7.Grease and flour a cake pan, then pour in the batter.
8.Bake for approximately 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9.Allow the cake to cool slightly before slicing and serving.

PROS

A deliciously sweet and flavorful cake that is perfect for the holiday season.

The raisins add a nice texture, and the cardamom and lemon extracts give it a unique taste.

Easy to make, and can be enjoyed by the whole family!

CONS

This cake is high in sugar and fat, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this cake is not particularly healthy, it can be enjoyed as an occasional treat in moderation.
The cardamom in this recipe has been linked to supporting digestive health and aiding in reducing inflammation.

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