ADVERTISEMENT
4-Ingredient Christmas Cake: A Festive Favorite Made Amazingly Simple
If the holiday season has you dreaming of rich, fruity Christmas cakes but not the hours of preparation they typically require, this 4-Ingredient Christmas Cake is about to become your new seasonal staple. Bursting with flavor, beautifully moist, and unbelievably easy to make, this minimalist holiday dessert proves you don’t need a long ingredient list to enjoy a traditional Christmas treat.
Whether you’re a busy baker, a last-minute holiday planner, or someone who simply loves effortless recipes with big results, this cake delivers all the nostalgic flavors of Christmas with just a fraction of the work.
⭐ Why You’ll Love This 4-Ingredient Xmas Cake
Only FOUR ingredients needed
No special equipment or baking expertise required
Rich, moist, fruit-packed flavor
Perfect for gifting, entertaining, or holiday snacking
Make-ahead friendly—tastes even better the next day
Easily customizable with spices or nuts
It’s the most stress-free Christmas cake you’ll ever bake!
4-Ingredient Christmas Cake Recipe
Ingredients:
2 lbs (900g) mixed dried fruit
2 cups (500ml) fruit juice, milk, or black tea (traditionally orange juice)
2 cups (300g) self-raising flour
1–2 eggs (optional, for richer texture)
Optional add-ins:
Cinnamon, nutmeg, mixed spice, chopped nuts, vanilla, or a splash of rum/brandy for extra holiday warmth.
Instructions:
ADVERTISEMENT