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Fruit Cake

Deliciously Moist Fruit Cake That's a Holiday Must-Make

This Fruit Cake is a dense, moist dessert filled with dried fruits and nuts, perfect for festive gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Cake Ingredients
  • 2 cups Mixed Dried Fruits Soak overnight for best results.
  • 1 cup Chopped Nuts Can substitute with extra dried fruits for nut-free version.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Can partially replace with applesauce.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 3 large Large Eggs Beat until pale for best results.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Measure correctly to avoid density.
  • 1 tsp Baking Powder Ensure it's fresh for optimal rising.
  • 1 tsp Ground Cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp Ground Nutmeg
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 cup Orange Juice Fresh juice enhances flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Brandy or Rum (optional) Omit for non-alcoholic version.

Equipment

  • large mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • 9x5 inch loaf pan
  • spatula

Method
 

Baking Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C) and gather your baking equipment.
  2. Cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Incorporate eggs one at a time, mixing until smooth.
  4. Whisk together dry ingredients in a separate bowl.
  5. Combine dry ingredients with wet ingredients, alternating with orange juice and brandy.
  6. Fold in the mixed dried fruits and nuts carefully.
  7. Prepare the loaf pan with parchment paper and pour in the batter.
  8. Bake for 60-75 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Cool in the pan for 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  10. Wrap tightly and store in an airtight container.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 2gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best flavor, let the cake sit for a few days before serving.

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