Christmas Bourbon Cake Recipe

Name: Christmas Bourbon Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 c. chopped candied cherries; 1 c. chopped candied pineapple; 1 1/2 c. light seedless raisins (about 8 oz.); 2 1/2 c. bourbon whiskey (Kentucky - others will lose flavor while baking); 1 1/2 c. butter; 2 c. granulated sugar; 1 c. firmly packed brown sugar; 6 eggs, separated; 4 1/2 c. sifted cake flour; 4 c. chopped pecans; 2 tsp. nutmeg; 1 tsp. baking powder; cream of tartar (pinch)

Servings: persons

1 c. chopped candied cherries
1 c. chopped candied pineapple
1 1/2 c. light seedless raisins (about 8 oz.)
2 1/2 c. bourbon whiskey (Kentucky - others will lose flavor while baking)
1 1/2 c. butter
2 c. granulated sugar
1 c. firmly packed brown sugar
6 eggs, separated
4 1/2 c. sifted cake flour
4 c. chopped pecans
2 tsp. nutmeg
1 tsp. baking powder
cream of tartar (pinch)

1
Combine cherries, pineapple, pecans and bourbon.
2
Cover and let stand overnight.
3
Drain fruits and nuts.
4
Reserve bourbon.
5
Cream butter and sugars together until light.
6
Add egg yolks and beat well.
7
Sift flour, nutmeg and baking powder together.
8
Add flour mixture and bourbon alternately to butter mixture, beating well after each addition.
9
Beat egg whites and cream of tartar until stiff, but not dry.
10
Gently fold egg whites into flour mixture. Fold soaked fruit and nuts into batter.
11
Turn into greased and floured 10-inch tube pan or Bundt pan.
12
Bake at 275u00b0 for 3 1/2 hours.
13
Cool and remove from pan.
14
Wrap in cheesecloth.
15
Sprinkle with bourbon and store in airtight container in refrigerator.

4225

kcal

Calories

263

Fat

428

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 c. chopped candied cherries, 1 c. chopped candied pineapple, 1 1/2 c. light seedless raisins (about 8 oz.), 2 1/2 c. bourbon whiskey (Kentucky - others will lose flavor while baking), and more.

Yes, Christmas Bourbon Cake falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Christmas Bourbon Cake

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Variations & substitutions

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