Moist Vegan Christmas Cake Packed With Fruit and Warm Spices

I baked this Vegan Christmas Cake for my friend’s dinner party last weekend. The fruit kept it moist with warm spice, and my grandma loved it.

Perfect for holiday gatherings, this vegan cake is easy to prepare and offers a delightful alternative to traditional Christmas cakes, ensuring everyone gets to enjoy a slice of joy during the festivities.

Festive Vegan Christmas Cake Recipe

This cake is loaded with mixed dried fruits, including raisins, sultanas, and cranberries, alongside a warm blend of spices such as cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger. It requires about 1.5 hours to bake and serves approximately 10-12 people.

Ingredients

• 2 cups mixed dried fruits (raisins, sultanas, cranberries)
• 1 cup orange juice
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)
• Zest of 1 orange
• 1/2 cup almond or coconut milk

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
2. Prepare the Fruit Mixture: In a bowl, combine the mixed dried fruits with orange juice and let them soak for about 30 minutes.
3. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together vegetable oil, brown sugar, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and almond milk until well combined.
4. Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, baking soda, spices, and salt.
5. Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and stir until just combined. Fold in the soaked fruit mixture, chopped nuts, and orange zest.
6. Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
7. Cool: Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
8. Serve: Slice and serve the cake, optionally garnished with powdered sugar or a drizzle of vegan icing.

Cook and Prep Times

• Prep Time: 30 minutes
• Cook Time: 60 minutes
• Total Time: 90 minutes

Nutrition Information

• Servings: 10-12 slices
• Calories: 200kcal
• Fat: 6g
• Protein: 3g
• Carbohydrates: 34g

I store the christmas wrapped in the fridge for up to two weeks. The stay moist, and I bring to room temperature before serving.