Intro:
Festive holiday season calls for warm spices and cozy flavors, making this Julglöggtårta Mulled Wine Cake the perfect treat to bake for Christmas gatherings. Inspired by the traditional Swedish mulled wine known as glögg, this cake combines the aromatic spices of the classic beverage with a delicious sponge cake base. Rich, moist, and flavorful, this dessert will impress your guests and fill your home with the cozy scents of the holiday season.
Julglöggtårta Mulled Wine Cake
Ingredients:
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 2 teaspoons baking powder
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
– 1 teaspoon ground cardamom
– 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
– 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
– 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
– 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 4 large eggs
– 1 cup mulled wine (store-bought or homemade)
– 1/4 cup honey
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– Powdered sugar, for dusting
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, cardamom, cloves, ginger, and nutmeg. Set aside.
3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
5. Slowly pour in the mulled wine, honey, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
7. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
10. Once cooled, dust the top of the cake with powdered sugar for a festive finish.
Indulge in this Julglöggtårta Mulled Wine Cake with a steaming cup of your favorite hot beverage or a glass of mulled wine for the ultimate holiday treat. The blend of warm spices and rich flavors in this cake captures the essence of Christmas and is sure to become a beloved tradition in your family. Enjoy baking this delightful dessert and savor the joy of the holiday season with every bite.
