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Cakes at Christmas

There is actually quite a bit of history behind traditional Christmas cakes. The original Christmas cake was not a cake at all but rather porridge in England. After some time, people decided to start adding nuts and fruit to the porridge which eventually made it very stiff. At that point it evolved into more of a pudding. Those that were better off and had rudimentary ovens decided to add eggs, substitute flour and bake it into a sort of pudding/cake.

Although these “cakes” all but died out during the 16^th century, they were brought back with gusto in the 17^th century. In the 19^th century Europeans were sending these fruit cakes to America where their American family members modified the recipes with fruits and nuts found here. The cakes they sent were often boiled instead of baked because this method preserved the cake for much longer. After all, the cakes would have to survive a pretty long sea voyage. The rest, as they say is history. Today’s Christmas cakes have a litany of fruits and nuts baked into them. Some have fondant icing but many are served plain. A strong blend of spices brings the entire recipe together.

Cakes at Christmas don’t necessarily have to be fruit cakes. In fact, while fruit cakes are often on display, not many people actually enjoy them. You’ll find many traditional cakes during the holidays including chocolate, sponge and white varieties with many variations of icings. Carrot cake is also a favourite and makes for an especially great dessert when topped with a whipped cream cheese icing! Those who don’t particularly like cakes can stick to the traditional pies, puddings and cookies made so popular throughout the years.

Additional information with reference to Xmas

Xmas is a moment of fayre, games and celebrations, a occasion when Santa comes to visit, it is the chief religious festival of the year, a occasion of good will and cheer to all, news of snow flurrys is welcomed by the boys and girls, seasonal weather.  It is the chief business stage where billions is spent on gifts, cards, decorations (including ornaments and trees), and almost any other valid explanation to spend money, whether its lighting for the home or outdoor sleighs, each person all over will experience Christmas in one way or another.    

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