Then, just before serving it, sprinkle the top lightly with powdered sugar, and--with pieces of larger dried fruits such as whole dates, apricot halves, apple slices, pear & peach halves, etc--fill the center of the cake & also place some on the edge of the serving plate all around the cake. Fear not: this moist, dark cake is loaded with yummy-tasting dried fruits, not the icky, bitter candied peel and citron you remember from visiting your grandma at Christmas. The dried fruits suggested below are simply that - suggestions.
Feel free to substitute your own favorites; you'll need about 2 1/2 pounds dried fruit total. This moist, rich fruitcake with nuts, dried fruit, and the perfect blend of warm spices makes a classic holiday cake that keeps beautifully. Bursting with the flavors of mixed dried fruits and nuts, this traditional fruitcake recipe is elevated with a hint of orange juice, ensuring every bite is moist and delicious.
The blend of cinnamon and nutmeg adds a warm, spiced aroma that perfectly complements the sweet, rich cake. This homemade fruit cake is made with dried fruit putting the store-bought one to shame! It's a bomb holiday quick bread everyone will love! This cake is soaked in alcohol and is more akin to a sophisticated Caribbean rum cake than the conventional, oft-ridiculed fruitcake.
Mix and match the dried fruit to your liking! Dried fruit cake with this easy recipe. Packed with figs, prunes, and apricots, it's moist, flavorful, and perfect for any occasion!
Simple fruit cake recipe with mixed dried fruits and citrus glaze. Quick soak method, no alcohol needed. Moist, easy, and holiday.
This Fruit Cake recipe is tops! Make it for Christmas or any festive season. I heat. A tender, moist butter cake filled with rich dried fruits and a warm hint of vanilla, this Ultra-Soft Butter Fruit Cake with Plump Dried Fruits and Vanilla Aroma is a comforting classic that fits any occasion.
Whether it's for a cozy tea time, a festive holiday table, or a special family gathering, I find this cake to be a delicious crowd-pleaser that's both simple and elegant. Ingredients.