Description
Homemade Fruit Cake is a delightful blend of dried fruits, nuts, and warm spices that brings holiday cheer to any gathering. This easy-to-follow recipe transforms simple ingredients into a stunning dessert that promises to impress family and friends. With its rich flavors and beautiful presentation, this cake not only tastes amazing but also looks great on any festive table.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups dried mixed fruit (raisins, currants, chopped apricots)
- 1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (unsalted)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
- 4 large eggs (room temperature)
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease a loaf pan or line with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and nutmeg; set aside.
- In another bowl, cream softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition; mix in vanilla extract.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture until just combined.
- Fold in dried fruits and nuts evenly.
- Pour batter into prepared pan and bake for about 60 minutes or until golden brown. A toothpick should come out clean when inserted in the center.
- Allow cooling before slicing; serve warm or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Holiday
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (90g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg