Description
Indulge in the warmth of the holiday season with this Best Holiday Fruitcake Recipe. Bursting with a vibrant mix of dried fruits and crunchy nuts, this cake is a celebration of flavors and textures. The delightful aroma wafting from your kitchen will instantly evoke memories of festive gatherings. Perfect for dessert or as a cozy treat with tea, this fruitcake is sure to be a cherished addition to your holiday traditions.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups mixed dried fruits (raisins, currants, apricots, cranberries)
- 1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1 cup brown sugar (light or dark)
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp ground allspice
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup apple juice or rum
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C) and grease a loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine mixed dried fruits and nuts. Soak in apple juice or rum for at least an hour if desired.
- In another bowl, cream together butter and brown sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time.
- Gradually mix in flour, baking powder, and spices until just combined.
- Fold the fruit mixture into the batter gently. Pour into the prepared loaf pan.
- Bake for about 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow cooling in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Use fresh ingredients to maximize flavor. Consider soaking dried fruits overnight for added moisture and flavor infusion. Start checking the cake for doneness around 50 minutes due to oven variations.