Apple Fruit Cake Recipe

Name: Apple Fruit Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/2 cups raisins; 2 cups pitted chopped prunes; 2 cups candied cherries; 2 cups peeled, cored, and finely chopped Golden Delicious apples; 1 1/3 cups golden raisins; 2 1/2 cups hard apple cider or pear cider; 4 tsp pumpkin pie spice; 2 cups all purpose flour; 2 tsp baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon salt; ½ tbsp butter, at room temperature; 3/4 cup packed dark brown sugar; 3 large eggs, beaten; 1 1/4 cups almond flour (almond meal); 8 oz (240g) ready-to-roll fondant; Confectioners sugar, for rolling; 3 tbsp apricot preserves, warmed and strained; 9-in (23cm) square x 3-in (7.5cm) deep cake pan

Servings: persons

2 1/2 cups raisins
2 cups pitted chopped prunes
2 cups candied cherries
2 cups peeled, cored, and finely chopped Golden Delicious apples
1 1/3 cups golden raisins
2 1/2 cups hard apple cider or pear cider
4 tsp pumpkin pie spice
2 cups all purpose flour
2 tsp baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
½ tbsp butter, at room temperature
3/4 cup packed dark brown sugar
3 large eggs, beaten
1 1/4 cups almond flour (almond meal)
8 oz (240g) ready-to-roll fondant
Confectioners sugar, for rolling
3 tbsp apricot preserves, warmed and strained
9-in (23cm) square x 3-in (7.5cm) deep cake pan

1
The day before baking, bring all the fruit, cider, and spice to a simmer.
2
Cover and simmer for 20 minutes, or until most of the liquid has been absorbed.
3
Remove from the heat, cover, and let stand at least 12 hours at room temperature.
4
Preheat the oven to 325F (160C) Lightly butter the cake pan and line the bottom and sides with parchment paper.
5
Sift the flour, baking powder, and salt together.
6
Cream the butter and sugar with an electric mixer about 3 minutes.
7
Gradually beat in the eggs.
8
Stir in the flour mixture and ground almonds, then the soaked fruit and its liquid.
9
Spread the batter evenly in the pan.
10
Bake for about 2 1/2 hours, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
11
Transfer to a rack and cool for 15 mins.
12
Invert and unmold the cake and remove the paper and let cool.
13
Knead the fondant and roll into a 9in (23cm) square about 1/8 in (3mm) thick.
14
Brush the cake with the preserves.
15
Place the fondant on the cake.
16
Cut into pieces and serve.

1072

kcal

Calories

Fat

142

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 1/2 cups raisins, 2 cups pitted chopped prunes, 2 cups candied cherries, 2 cups peeled, cored, and finely chopped Golden Delicious apples, and more.

Yes, Apple Fruit Cake falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Apple Fruit Cake

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Variations & substitutions

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