"Philly" Christmas Cake

Prep: 30 min Cook: 80 min Cuisine: American

A festive and flavorful Christmas cake with candied fruit, pecans, and a rich cream cheese base, perfect for holiday gatherings and celebrations.

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Ingredients

  • 1 (8 oz.) pkg. cream cheese
  • 1/2 lb. margarine
  • 1 1/2 c. sugar
  • 1 1/2 tsp. vanilla
  • 4 eggs
  • 2 1/4 c. sifted all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 tsp. baking powder
  • 1 (8 oz.) jar candied fruit
  • 1/2 c. chopped pecans
  • 1/2 c. finely chopped pecans
  • candied pineapple slices

Instructions

  1. Thoroughly blend softened cream cheese, margarine, sugar, and vanilla.
  2. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  3. Gradually add 2 cups of sifted flour with baking powder.
  4. Combine 1/4 cup flour with candied fruit and 1/2 cup chopped pecans; fold into batter.
  5. Grease a 10-inch Bundt or tube pan; sprinkle with finely chopped pecans.
  6. Pour batter into the prepared pan.
  7. Bake at 325°F (163°C) for 1 hour and 20 minutes.
  8. Cool for 5 minutes; remove from pan.
  9. Garnish with candied pineapple slices and cherries.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

829 kcal 41% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 9.1g 18% DV
Total Fat 47.3g 61% DV
Carbs 86.4g 31% DV
Fiber 4.8g 17% DV
Sugar 25.3g 51% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 3022.5mg 100% DV
Potassium 440mg 9% DV
Cholesterol 87mg 29% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 92.5mcg 10% DV
Vitamin C 11.3mg 13% DV
Vitamin D 0.1mcg 1% DV
Calcium 1582.5mg 100% DV
Iron 5.7mg 31% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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