Grandma Leach’s Fruitcake

Fruitcakes have been enjoyed for centuries and were traditionally made to last for months, making them perfect for long journeys or during winter when fresh ingredients were scarce.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 240 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 13.

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Grandma Leach’s Fruitcake

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Anytime, Baked Goods, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 90 min Rest Time 120 min Total Time 4 hrs

Servings: 12 Calories: 4200

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• ¹⁄₂ cup Unsalted butter
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 3 Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 2 cup Chopped mixed candied fruit
• 1 cup Chopped nuts (e.g. walnuts, pecans)
• 1 cup Raisins
• 2 tablespoon Brandy or rum (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
3. In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, mixing well. Fold in the candied fruit, nuts, and raisins. If desired, stir in brandy or rum.
5. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
6. Bake for 1 hour and 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Remove from the oven and let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, transfer to a wire rack and let it cool completely.
8. Once cooled, wrap the fruitcake in plastic wrap and let it rest at room temperature for at least 2 hours or overnight before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 12g19%

Total Carbohydrate 60g20%

Sugars 40g

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.