Nonny’s Fruitcake

Fruitcakes have been enjoyed for centuries and were traditionally made to last for months or even years. They were often soaked in alcohol to preserve them and enhance the flavors.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 180 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 14.

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Nonny’s Fruitcake

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: International Courses: Anytime, Baking, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 90 min Rest Time 60 min Total Time 3 hrs

Servings: 12 Calories: 3840

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• 1 cup Unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 2 Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 2 teaspoon Orange zest
• ¹⁄₂ cup Orange juice
• 1 cup Chopped dried fruits (e.g., raisins, currants, apricots)
• 1 cup Chopped nuts (e.g., walnuts, almonds)
• 2 tablespoon Brandy or rum

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 bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract, orange zest, and orange juice.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Fold in the dried fruits, nuts, and brandy or rum.
5. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top. Bake for 1 hour and 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
6. Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
7. Once cooled, wrap the fruitcake in plastic wrap and let it rest at room temperature for at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 320kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 12g19%

Total Carbohydrate 50g17%

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.