Fruitcake Recipe
Description: Every year, my friends offer to buy the ingredients if I’ll make these. I use the mini-pans, and usually have to make at least two batches. This fruitcake recipe is a beloved classic, perfect for the holiday season or any special occasion. It’s rich, moist, and packed with delicious fruits and nuts, making it a delightful treat for friends and family.
Recipe Category: Dessert
Keywords: Christmas, Weeknight, Mixer, Small Appliance, < 4 Hours
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 2173.9
- Fat Content: 91.2g
- Saturated Fat Content: 34.3g
- Cholesterol Content: 333.5mg
- Sodium Content: 812.9mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 323.4g
- Fiber Content: 11.2g
- Sugar Content: 253.4g
- Protein Content: 20.7g
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 2 | Butter |
| 8 | Eggs |
| 5 cups | Flour |
| 1/2 tsp | Nutmeg |
| 1/2 tsp | Mace |
| 1/2 tsp | Cinnamon |
| 1 cup | Light raisins |
| 1 1/2 cups | Pecans |
| 4 cups | White sugar |
| 4 tsp | Baking powder |
| 2 tsp | Salt |
| 1 tsp | Vanilla extract |
| 1/2 cup | Honey |
| 1 cup | Brandy |
Instructions:
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In a bowl, combine the light raisins and pecans with the fruit.
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Stir in 1 cup of flour until the fruits and nuts are evenly coated.
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Cream together the butter, white sugar, nutmeg, mace, cinnamon, and eggs until light and fluffy.
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In a separate bowl, combine the remaining flour with salt and baking powder.
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In another bowl, mix together the honey, vanilla extract, almond extract, and brandy until well blended.
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Alternately add the flour mixture and honey mixture to the creamed butter mixture, beating well after each addition.
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Stir in the fruit-nut mixture until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
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Spoon the batter into mini pans, ensuring it is too stiff to pour.
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Bake at 250°F (120°C) for two hours, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
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While the cakes are still hot, spoon 2 tablespoons of brandy over each cake to enhance the flavor.
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Once cooled, cover each cake with foil and let them stand in a cool place for at least two weeks.
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Every three days, pour one tablespoon of brandy over each cake to keep them moist and flavorful.
This fruitcake recipe yields 8 mini cakes, perfect for sharing or gifting during the holiday season. The combination of spices, fruits, nuts, and brandy creates a decadent treat that will be enjoyed by all who taste it. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to bake up some holiday cheer with this delicious fruitcake recipe! 🍰🎄
