Cathedral Window Fruitcake Recipe

Name: Cathedral Window Fruitcake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb candied pineapple; 3 (6 ounce) packages pitted dates; 1/2 lb candied red cherries; 1/2 lb candied green cherries; 2 cups all-purpose flour; 2 teaspoons baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 4 large eggs; 1 cup sugar; 8 cups pecan halves; vegetable shortening

Servings: persons

1
Cut pineapple and dates into coarse pieces. Mix with whole cherries in large bowl. Sift flour, baking powder and salt over fruit, mixing with hands.
2
Beat eggs well. Gradually beat in sugar. Combine with fruit mixture.
3
Add pecans, mixing with hands until uniformly mixed with fruit.
4
Use vegetable shortening to grease 2 9x5 inch loaf pans. Line bottom and sides with parchment paper. Then grease paper. Pack batter into lined pans.
5
Bake at 275 on middle shelf for 1 1/2 hours. Do not overbrown. Turn out onto racks. Remove paper. Cool and store airtight.
6
Let ripen several days or up to 2 to 3 weeks. Slice thinly to serve.
7
TIPS:
8
Use kitchen sheers, dipped in water, to cut dates and pineapple. Prepare fruit ahead, if you wish. Pack in separate plastic bags; store in cool, dry place (Not freezer or refrigerator) Two 9-inch ring molds can be used in place of the loaf pans. Make cake a few days ahead to serve it at its best. Do not foil wrap fruitcakes. Acid fruits often cause holes in foil. Use plastic wrap or waxed paper. Store in airtight contained for ripening.

3931

kcal

Calories

356

Fat

180

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

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb candied pineapple, 3 (6 ounce) packages pitted dates, 1/2 lb candied red cherries, 1/2 lb candied green cherries, and more.

Yes, Cathedral Window 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.

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Cathedral Window Fruitcake

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Variations & substitutions

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