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Best Christmas Fruit Cake Recipe

Best Christmas Fruit Cake Recipe

The Best Christmas Fruit Cake Recipe is a festive delight that combines rich flavors with a medley of dried fruits and spices, making it a perfect centerpiece for your holiday celebrations. This moist and flavorful cake is not just a dessert; it’s a cherished tradition that brings warmth and joy to gatherings throughout the season. With simple preparation steps, even novice bakers can create this indulgent treat. It’s versatile enough for any occasion and can be enjoyed with various accompaniments, ensuring that every bite is memorable. Impress your family and friends with this delightful cake that embodies the spirit of the holidays.

  • Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 10 slices 1x

Ingredients

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  • 3/4 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup light brown muscovado sugar
  • 2 + 2/3 cups mixed dried fruit
  • 1 cup glacé cherries
  • 1 cup dried cranberries
  • Zest and juice of 1 orange
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 1/2 cup cherry apple juice
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 + 2/3 cups plain flour

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. Cream together the butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs, orange zest and juice, and cherry apple juice; mix well.
  3. In another bowl, sift together flour and spices, then fold into wet ingredients.
  4. Gently mix in the dried fruits and nuts until evenly distributed.
  5. Pour batter into a prepared baking pan and bake for about 105 minutes or until a skewer comes out clean.
  6. Cool completely before feeding with cherry apple juice weekly.
  • Author: Juniper
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 105 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Holiday

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (80g)
  • Calories: 290
  • Sugar: 24g
  • Sodium: 90mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 43g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 65mg

Keywords: Soak your dried fruits in cherry apple juice overnight for enhanced moisture. Customize dried fruits based on personal preference or availability. Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness for up to two weeks.