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Heavenly Moist Fruitcake Recipe

Heavenly Moist Fruitcake Recipe
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Indulge in the delightful experience of baking your Heavenly Moist Fruitcake, a scrumptious treat that blends a rich assortment of dried fruits, nuts, and warm spices. Perfect for festive gatherings or casual get-togethers, this cake is easy to prepare and will leave your guests craving more. With its vibrant colors and flavor profile, it can serve as a stunning centerpiece on any dessert table. Plus, it stays fresh for weeks, making it an ideal choice for holiday gifting or personal enjoyment.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • ½ tsp ground nutmeg
  • ¼ tsp ground cloves
  • 2 ½ cups mixed dried fruits (raisins, currants, candied cherries, apricots)
  • ½ cup orange juice (or apple juice)
  • 1 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans)
  • Zest of 1 orange and 1 lemon

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C). Grease and line an 8-inch round cake pan.
  2. Soak mixed dried fruits in orange juice or apple juice for at least one hour or overnight for best flavor.
  3. In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and brown sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one by one, beating well after each addition.
  4. In another bowl, combine flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. Gradually fold into the wet mixture using a rubber spatula.
  5. Stir in soaked fruits with any remaining liquid, chopped nuts, and citrus zest until evenly mixed.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
  7. Bake for about 2.5 hours or until a skewer inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool in pan for 20 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

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