Classic Homemade Fruit Cake Packed with Colorful Dried Fruits and Nuts
There is something truly special about a homemade fruit cake that is bursting with jewel-toned dried fruits, chewy raisins, and crunchy nuts. This timeless recipe produces a dense, moist, and incredibly flavorful cake that keeps well for days — if it lasts that long. Whether you are baking for the holidays, a special gathering, or simply because you love a hearty slice with your afternoon tea, this fruit cake will not disappoint.
The secret to a great fruit cake lies in the quality and variety of your dried fruits. The more colorful and diverse your mix, the more complex and satisfying every bite will be. This recipe is straightforward, forgiving, and absolutely worth making from scratch.
Ingredients
- 1 cup red and green glacé cherries, halved
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 1 cup dried apricots, roughly chopped
- 1 cup golden raisins
- 1/2 cup dark raisins
- 1/2 cup mixed peel
- 1/2 cup pine nuts or mixed chopped nuts
- 1/2 cup orange juice (or dark rum for a richer flavor)
- 1 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon honey or golden syrup
Method
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