Super Moist Fruit Cake Recipe
Holiday Delight in Every Bite!
Ingredients:
– 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
– 1 cup brown sugar, packed
– 4 large eggs
– 1/4 cup molasses
– 1/4 cup orange juice
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 teaspoon baking powder
– 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
– 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
– 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
– 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
– 2 cups mixed dried fruits (raisins, currants, chopped dates, chopped apricots)
– 1 cup chopped nuts (walnuts, pecans, almonds)
– 1/4 cup brandy or rum (optional, for soaking)
Instructions:
Preheat and Prep:
1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Grease and line a 9×5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
Make the Batter:
2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the molasses and orange juice until well combined.
Combine Dry Ingredients:
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and allspice.
Mix and Fold:
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients,** mixing until just combined. Fold in the mixed dried fruits and chopped nuts.
Bake the Cake:
6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.** Bake for 70-80 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Cool and Finish:
7. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn it out onto a wire rack to cool completely. If desired, brush the cooled cake with brandy or rum for added moisture and flavor.
Additional Information:
– Prep Time: 20 minutes
– Cooking Time: 80 minutes
– Total Time: 1 hour 40 minutes
– Calories:350 kcal
– Servings: 12 servings
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Enjoy this super moist fruit cake, packed with mixed dried fruits and nuts, perfect for your holiday celebrations!
