Cake Mix Fruitcake Recipe

Name: Cake Mix Fruitcake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb candied red cherries; 1 lb candied green cherries; 8 ounces candied pineapple, diced; 1 cup pecan halves; 1/2 cup walnut halves; 1 cup dates, chopped; 18 1/2 ounces white cake mix; 3 1/2 ounces vanilla instant pudding mix; 3 eggs; 1/2 cup vegetable oil; 1/4 cup water; 1/4 cup flour; GARNISH; Karo light corn syrup

Servings: persons

1 lb candied red cherries
1 lb candied green cherries
8 ounces candied pineapple, diced
1 cup pecan halves
1/2 cup walnut halves
1 cup dates, chopped
18 1/2 ounces white cake mix
3 1/2 ounces vanilla instant pudding mix
3 eggs
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup water
1/4 cup flour
GARNISH
Karo light corn syrup

1
Preheat oven to 300 degrees.
2
In a large mixing bowl combine all fruits and nuts.
3
Add flour and toss until fruits and nuts are well coated.
4
In another large mixing bowl combine cake mix, pudding mix, eggs, oil and water.
5
Beat for 3 minutes.
6
Fold in fruit/nut mixture;batter will be very stiff.
7
Grease and flour a 10 inch Bundt pan very well.
8
Bake for 2 hours or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
9
Cool completely in pan.
10
Heat light Karo syrup until warm.
11
Brush cake with warm syrup.
12
When glaze and cake are cold cover with aluminun foil.

1110

kcal

Calories

100

Fat

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

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb candied red cherries, 1 lb candied green cherries, 8 ounces candied pineapple, diced, 1 cup pecan halves, and more.

Yes, Cake Mix 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Cake Mix Fruitcake

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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