Applesauce Fruitcake Recipe

Name: Applesauce Fruitcake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 c. brown sugar; 1 c. shortening; 3 eggs; 1 tsp. salt; 2 c. applesauce; 1/2 tsp. baking soda; 1 to 2 lb. candied fruit*; 1 c. chopped nuts; 2 1/2 c. flour; 3 tsp. baking powder; 1 tsp. cinnamon; 1 tsp. nutmeg; 1 tsp. allspice; 1/2 tsp. cloves

Servings: persons

2 c. brown sugar
1 c. shortening
3 eggs
1 tsp. salt
2 c. applesauce
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1 to 2 lb. candied fruit*
1 c. chopped nuts
2 1/2 c. flour
3 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. nutmeg
1 tsp. allspice
1/2 tsp. cloves

1
Cream shortening, sugar and eggs.
2
Stir soda into applesauce until foaming.
3
Add to creamed mixture.
4
Sift flour and spices; add to mixture.
5
Fold in candied fruit and walnuts.
6
Line loaf pans with brown paper, then wax paper.
7
Pour fruitcake mixture into 2 (12 x 3 1/2-inch) pans.
8
Bake in a 350u00b0 oven for about 1 1/4 to 1 1/2 hours or until toothpick comes out clean.
9
Remove from pans and immediately peel off wax paper.
10
Cool completely on racks.
11
Put in foil wrapping and place in freezer several days (or longer).
12
While still firm, slice as desired.

1178

kcal

Calories

Fat

252

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 c. brown sugar, 1 c. shortening, 3 eggs, 1 tsp. salt, and more.

Yes, Applesauce Fruitcake 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.

Applesauce Fruitcake

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