Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of our Never Fail Fruit Cake (Old-Fashioned Style), a perfect addition to any celebration. This moist and flavorful cake features a rich blend of spices and vibrant dried fruits, making it an unforgettable treat. Easy to prepare, it’s ideal for festive occasions or as a special snack throughout the year. With its long shelf life, you can bake ahead and enjoy the delightful flavors that only get better with time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups mixed dried fruits
- 1 cup chopped nuts
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup orange juice
- 1/4 cup apple juice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
- In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, spices, and salt.
- Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture, alternating with orange juice.
- Fold in chopped dried fruits and nuts until evenly distributed.
- Grease and line a 9×5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 60-75 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Traditional
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (90g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: <0.1g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg