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Pan de Pascua
Pan de Pascua is a beloved Chilean Christmas cake that captures the essence of the holiday season in every bite. This delightful cake is a harmonious blend of rich spices, sweet dried fruits, and crunchy nuts, all soaked in a hint of rum. Traditionally served during festive gatherings, its moist texture and aromatic flavors make it a centerpiece on the holiday table, reminiscent of family celebrations and cherished memories.
Ingredients
- All-purpose flour
- 2 cups
- Baking powder
- 1 tablespoon
- Ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon
- Ground cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon
- Ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon
- Unsalted butter
- 1 cup, softened
- Granulated sugar
- 1 cup
- Eggs
- 3 large
- Milk
- 1/2 cup
- Dark rum
- 1/4 cup
- Raisins
- 1 cup
- Dried apricots
- 1 cup, chopped
- Dried figs
- 1 cup, chopped
- Walnuts
- 1 cup, chopped
- Powdered sugar
- for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a round 9-inch cake pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg until well combined.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, to the butter mixture, mixing well after each addition to ensure a smooth batter.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the creamed butter, alternating with the milk. Start and end with the flour mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the dark rum, raisins, chopped dried apricots, chopped dried figs, and chopped walnuts until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Once baked, remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, carefully transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Before serving, dust the top of the cake with powdered sugar for a festive touch.
Tips
- For an extra festive touch, consider adding a layer of marzipan or fondant on top before dusting with powdered sugar.
- You can also experiment with different nuts or dried fruits based on personal preferences.
- Allow the cake to sit for a day before serving, as it allows the flavors to meld beautifully.
Dietary Information
Servings: 10 Dish Type: Dessert Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 60 minutes Calories: 320 Fat: 15g Carbs: 45g Protein: 5g Sodium: 150mg Sugar: 25g
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