Description
A rich and moist fruit cake perfect for celebrations.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups mixed dried fruits
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts
- 1/2 cup orange juice
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C).
- In a bowl, mix the dried fruits with orange juice and let it soak for 1 hour.
- Cream the butter and brown sugar until fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each.
- In another bowl, combine flour, baking powder, spices, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until combined.
- Fold in the soaked fruits and nuts.
- Pour the batter into a greased cake pan.
- Bake for 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool before serving.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container for better flavor.
- Can be made a week in advance for enhanced taste.
- Choose your favorite dried fruits for customization.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: International
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: rich moist fruit cake