This Christmas Wreath Cake is not only beautiful but also incredibly easy to make. With a soft yoghurt base, a glossy layer of royal icing, and festive rosemary and berry decorations, it’s guaranteed to impress your guests. Whether for a family gathering or a holiday party, this cake brings the magic of Christmas to your table!
Why You Will Love this Christmas Wreath Cake
- Eye-catching design: The wreath decoration makes it perfect for Christmas festivities.
- Easy to prepare: A simple yoghurt cake recipe anyone can follow.
- Versatile: Use royal icing or butter icing based on your preference.
This Wreath Cake is the perfect blend of simplicity and elegance. With minimal effort, you can create a stunning centerpiece that tastes as good as it looks. Share this with family and friends to make your holiday celebrations even more memorable!
Festive Yoghurt Christmas Wreath Cake
Ingredients
Yoghurt Cake Recipe
- 1½ cups / 300 g / 10.6 oz sugar
- 2 cups / 250 g / 8.8 oz cake flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ¾ cup / 180 ml / 6 fl oz sunflower oil
- 1 tsp vanilla essence or extract
- 3 large eggs
- 175 ml / ¾ cup / 6 fl oz plain yoghurt
Royal Icing Recipe
- 500 g / 4 cups / 17.6 oz icing sugar
- ¼ tsp cream of tartar
- 1 tbsp about 10 g / 0.35 oz Actiwhite (or meringue powder)
- 70 ml / 5 tbsp / 2.4 fl oz cold water
- Optional: clear flavoring extra water, and lemon juice for desired consistency
Instructions
Yoghurt Cake Recipe
- Preheat the oven to 160°C (320°F).
- Generously grease a large ring tin with non-stick spray.
- Combine all the ingredients in a large mixing bowl and beat well until smooth using a stand or hand mixer.
- Pour the batter into the prepared tin.
- Bake for approximately 35 minutes, or until a cake tester inserted in the centre comes out clean.
- Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Royal Icing Recipe
- Combine Actiwhite and cold water in a jar. Shake well until smooth, then let it stand for 20 minutes.
- In the mixing bowl from your stand mixer, combine the icing sugar and cream of tartar.
- Gradually add the Actiwhite mixture to the dry ingredients and beat on medium speed for about 4 minutes, until thick and glossy using the paddle attachment.
- Adjust the consistency with additional water and lemon juice, if needed. For a thinner glaze, add small amounts of water until you reach your desired consistency.
- Decoration
- Spread royal icing over the cooled cake.
- Arrange fresh rosemary sprigs to resemble a festive wreath.
- Decorate with berries. (I used fake berries but cranberries would be ideal)
Variations of the Christmas Wreath Cake
- Use butter icing instead of royal icing for a softer finish.
- Add edible gold dust or powdered sugar for extra festive sparkle.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make this cake ahead of time?
Yes! Bake the cake a day before and store it in an airtight container. Decorate it on the day of serving for the best results.
What can I use instead of rosemary and berries?
You can use edible decorations like sugared cranberries, mint leaves, or fondant holly leaves for a similar effect.
I Would Love to Hear From You
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