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Never Fail Fruit Cake

Never Fail Fruit Cake - Your Go-To Holiday Showstopper

Enjoy this Never Fail Fruit Cake for holidays, with comforting flavors and customizable options for everyone.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 cups Mixed Dried Fruits Use a mix of raisins, currants, and candied citrus peel.
  • 1 cup Chopped Nuts Can be omitted for a nut-free version.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Can replace half with applesauce.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar No substitutions for best results.
  • 3 large Large Eggs Make sure they are at room temperature.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour No substitutions suggested.
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder Ensure it's fresh for best results.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon No substitutions, can add more for stronger flavor.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg Omit if not preferred.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Essential for balancing sweetness.
  • 1/2 cup Orange Juice Can use lemon juice for different zest.
  • 1/4 cup Brandy or Rum Optional; can omit for a non-alcoholic version.

Equipment

  • Loaf pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • hand or stand mixer
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Never Fail Fruit Cake
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Line a 9x5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
  2. Cream together the unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the large eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  5. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, alternating with orange juice and brandy.
  6. Fold in the mixed dried fruits and chopped nuts until evenly distributed.
  7. Pour the batter into the loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
  8. Bake for 60-75 minutes, checking for doneness by inserting a toothpick.
  9. Cool the cake in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Consider soaking the dried fruits overnight for enhanced flavor and moisture. Use room temperature ingredients for better incorporation into the batter.

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