What can I use instead of alcohol in a Christmas cake?
For a non-alcoholic version, you can replace the alcohol with cold tea, fresh orange or apple juice.
Will Christmas cake keep without alcohol?
A cake made without alcohol will not keep as well as one that is made and then fed with alcohol, so we would suggest that you do not make the cake more than one month in advance of eating. Thaw the cake overnight at room temperature.
What can I substitute for rum in fruitcake?
Here are some alcohol options — you can choose any of the below:
- Brand Or Cherry Brandy.
- Dark Rum.
- Medium Sherry.
- Wine.
- Whiskey.
- Orange-Flavored Liqueur.
Does fruit cake need alcohol?
Alcohol: medium sherry, dark rum, whisky, brandy or orange-flavoured liqueur are the usual flavours for fruit cakes. Brush 1-2 tablespoons over the cake immediately it is removed from the oven. If the cake is becoming too dark, lower the temperature and cover with some brown paper or foil.
What is a good non alcoholic substitute for brandy?
Here are the 10 best non-alcoholic substitutes for brandy in cooking:
- Apple Juice. Apple juice is among the best non-alcoholic alternatives for brandy when it comes to food preparation.
- Apple Cider Vinegar.
- White Grape Juice.
- Pear Juice.
- Water.
- Broth.
- Vanilla Extract.
- Apple Butter.
How long will fruit cake last without alcohol?
A virgin fruitcake (no alcohol) will last up to 1 month at room temperature, 6 months in the fridge, and 12 months in the freezer. If alcohol is added to the recipe, fruitcake can last much longer. However, the dried or candied fruit and nuts may start turning rancid after a couple of years.
How long will Christmas cake keep without alcohol?
Fruitcakes without any alcohol should be consumed within a few days of baking or tightly wrapped and frozen for up to six months.
What can you soak fruit in instead of alcohol?
For a non-alcoholic version, soak the dried fruits in orange juice/grape juice and store it in the refrigerator. Soak it only a week before you intend baking the cake. You may use other dried fruits, candied peel, candied fruits, etc.
How long can you keep fruit cake without alcohol?
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What can replace alcohol in a recipe?
Non-alcoholic wine, beef or chicken broth or stock, diluted red wine vinegar, red grape juice diluted with red wine vinegar or rice vinegar, tomato juice, liquid from canned mushrooms, plain water. Liquor distilled from molasses or sugar syrup.