Boiled Fruitcake

Boiled fruitcake is a traditional dessert that dates back to the 18th century. It was a popular choice during the holiday season and was often served with a cup of tea or a glass of brandy.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 210 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.

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Boiled Fruitcake

Cooking Method: Baking, Boiling Cuisine: American, British Courses: Anytime, Baking, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 120 min Rest Time 60 min Total Time 3 hrs 30 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 4200

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup Mixed dried fruits
• 0.5 cup Butter
• 0.5 cup Brown sugar
• 1 cup Water
• 1.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup Chopped nuts
• 2 tablespoon Rum or brandy

Instructions

1. In a large saucepan, combine the mixed dried fruits, butter, brown sugar, and water. Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg.
3. Remove the saucepan from heat and let the fruit mixture cool slightly. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
4. Stir in the eggs, one at a time, into the fruit mixture. Add the vanilla extract and mix well.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the fruit mixture, stirring until well combined. Fold in the chopped nuts and rum or brandy.
6. Grease and line a 9-inch (23 cm) round cake pan with parchment paper. Pour the fruitcake batter into the prepared pan.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Remove the fruitcake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Once cooled, wrap the fruitcake in plastic wrap and let it rest at room temperature for at least 1 hour, or overnight, before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 12g19%

Total Carbohydrate 55g19%

Sugars 35g

Protein 4g8%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.