{"id":444468,"date":"2025-10-16T09:29:26","date_gmt":"2025-10-16T02:29:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/?p=444468"},"modified":"2026-01-19T17:52:32","modified_gmt":"2026-01-19T10:52:32","slug":"christmas-cake-recipe-with-treacle","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/christmas-cake-recipe-with-treacle\/","title":{"rendered":"3+ Simple Treacle Christmas Cake Recipes You Can Make Today for a Festive Delight! **"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>As the festive season approaches, the aroma of warm spices and sweet treats fills the air, inviting us to gather around the table. The joy of baking a Christmas cake brings a dash of magic to any holiday celebration. With these delightful treacle cake recipes, your kitchen will be the heart of festive cheer!<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Recipe List and Variations<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/christmas-cake-recipe-with-treacle\/#Treacle_Gingerbread_Christmas_Cake\" >Treacle Gingerbread Christmas Cake<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/christmas-cake-recipe-with-treacle\/#Classic_Treacle_Christmas_Fruit_Cake\" >Classic Treacle Christmas Fruit Cake<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Treacle_Gingerbread_Christmas_Cake\"><\/span>Treacle Gingerbread Christmas Cake<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/5702943\/pexels-photo-5702943.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Treacle Gingerbread Christmas Cake\" title=\"Treacle Gingerbread Christmas Cake\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by KATRIN  BOLOVTSOVA on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/brown-and-white-house-shape-cookies-and-a-cake-5702943\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Yellow\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sweet-and-spicy-treacle-ginger-cake-1760550622.jpg\" alt=\"Sweet and Spicy Treacle Ginger Cake\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kitchenstories.com\/en\/recipes\/sweet-and-spicy-treacle-ginger-cake-3578\" target=\"_blank\">Sweet and Spicy Treacle Ginger Cake<\/a><\/strong> from Kitchen Stories<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.5 (3 reviews). Total Time: 25 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:LimeGreen\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/treacle-gingerbread-loaf-1760550622.jpg\" alt=\"Treacle Gingerbread Loaf\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tinnedtomatoes.com\/2012\/07\/treacle-gingerbread-loaf.html\" target=\"_blank\">Treacle Gingerbread Loaf<\/a><\/strong> from Tinned Tomatoes<\/p>\n<p><small>Total Time: 55 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:NavajoWhite\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/treacle-gingerbread-loaf-recipe-1760550622.jpg\" alt=\"Treacle Gingerbread Loaf Recipe\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.notquitenigella.com\/2022\/08\/31\/gingerbread-loaf\/\" target=\"_blank\">Treacle Gingerbread Loaf Recipe<\/a><\/strong> from Not Quite Nigella<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (10 reviews). <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>This cake is a warm hug in dessert form, combining the rich flavors of treacle with the zing of ginger. Baked to a perfect golden brown, it\u2019s moist and bursting with spices that are sure to warm your heart and home.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>225g all-purpose flour<\/li>\n<li>100g dark brown sugar<\/li>\n<li>100g treacle<\/li>\n<li>125g unsalted butter<\/li>\n<li>2 large eggs<\/li>\n<li>1 tablespoon ground ginger<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon ground cinnamon<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon baking powder<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 teaspoon salt<\/li>\n<li>150ml milk<\/li>\n<li>Zest of 1 orange (optional)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This recipe is special because it combines the deep sweetness of treacle with spices that evoke the spirit of Christmas. The ginger adds a spicy kick, while the treacle ensures that each bite is wonderfully moist. Decorating this cake with a simple dusting of icing sugar or a layer of marzipan makes it not only taste amazing but also look festive and inviting. Plus, the lovely aroma that fills your kitchen while it bakes will have everyone eagerly waiting for a slice!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related Videos<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/easy-jamaican-ginger-cake-moist-sticky-and-richly-1760550631.jpg\" alt=\"EASY JAMAICAN GINGER Cake Moist, Sticky, and Richly ...\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=mPFbvCS2xIg\" target=\"_blank\">EASY JAMAICAN GINGER Cake Moist, Sticky, and Richly &#8230;<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/ginger-cake-the-best-alternative-to-fruit-cake-for-christmas-1760550631.jpg\" alt=\"Ginger Cake- The Best Alternative to Fruit Cake for Christmas!\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=MYPG5vZFOtE\" target=\"_blank\">Ginger Cake- The Best Alternative to Fruit Cake for Christmas!<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/classic-gingerbread-cake-rich-delicious-christmas-cake-1760550631.jpg\" alt=\"Classic Gingerbread Cake: Rich delicious Christmas cake ...\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=y7vG3FPd-1Y\" target=\"_blank\">Classic Gingerbread Cake: Rich delicious Christmas cake &#8230;<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Classic_Treacle_Christmas_Fruit_Cake\"><\/span>Classic Treacle Christmas Fruit Cake<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/29511942\/pexels-photo-29511942.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Classic Treacle Christmas Fruit Cake\" title=\"Classic Treacle Christmas Fruit Cake\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by Renato Rocca on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/traditional-italian-panettone-on-dark-background-29511942\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:SteelBlue\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/christmas-cake-easy-moist-fruit-cake-1760550626.jpg\" alt=\"Christmas Cake - EASY moist fruit cake\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.recipetineats.com\/christmas-cake-moist-easy-fruit-cake\/\" target=\"_blank\">Christmas Cake &#8211; EASY moist fruit cake<\/a><\/strong> from RecipeTin Eats<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (171 reviews). Total Time: 4 hr 45 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:MistyRose\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/easy-moist-fruit-cake-1760550626.jpg\" alt=\"Easy Moist Fruit Cake\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/cakesbymk.com\/recipe\/easy-moist-fruit-cake\/\" target=\"_blank\">Easy Moist Fruit Cake<\/a><\/strong> from Cakes by MK<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (131 reviews). Total Time: 49 hr 35 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Lime\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/traditional-british-christmas-cake-1760550626.jpg\" alt=\"Traditional British Christmas Cake\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/apriljharris.com\/traditional-british-christmas-cake\/\" target=\"_blank\">Traditional British Christmas Cake<\/a><\/strong> from April J Harris<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.9 (27 reviews). Total Time: 5 hr. <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>If you\u2019re searching for a traditional cake that brings nostalgia and joy to your holiday season, this classic fruit cake with treacle is the answer. Each slice is packed with rich flavors and a delightful chewy texture, making it the perfect treat for festive gatherings.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>200g mixed dried fruits (raisins, sultanas, and currants)<\/li>\n<li>100g mixed nuts (chopped almonds, walnuts, or pecans)<\/li>\n<li>150g treacle<\/li>\n<li>200g butter<\/li>\n<li>200g brown sugar<\/li>\n<li>3 large eggs<\/li>\n<li>250g all-purpose flour<\/li>\n<li>2 teaspoons mixed spice powder<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon baking powder<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 teaspoon salt<\/li>\n<li>50ml milk<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This cake is beloved for its rich, complex flavor profile, thanks to the combination of treacle, dried fruits, and spices. The nuts add a delightful crunch, balancing out the softness of the cake. It\u2019s often made weeks in advance, allowing the flavors to deepen, making it a perfect make-ahead option for holiday festivities. You can also dress it up with royal icing or a simple glaze for an extra festive touch!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Indulge in the joy of the season with these two easy treacle Christmas cake recipes that promise to bring festive cheer to your table, inviting you to create a delightful treat today.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":546810,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"iawp_total_views":2,"footnotes":""},"categories":[17],"tags":[7803],"internal_tag":[],"class_list":["post-444468","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-cakes","tag-christmas-recipes"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/444468","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=444468"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/444468\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/546810"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=444468"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=444468"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=444468"},{"taxonomy":"internal_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/internal_tag?post=444468"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}