Christmas Gold Fruit Cake Recipe

Name: Christmas Gold Fruit Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 c. butter or margarine; 2 c. sugar; 6 eggs, separated; 1/2 tsp. cream of tartar; 1 c. milk; 1 tsp. brandy extract or 3/4 c. milk and 1/4 c. brandy; 1 tsp. vanilla; 3 1/2 c. flour; 1/2 tsp. salt; 2 c. golden raisins; 1 c. chopped dried apricots; 1/2 c. chopped, candied orange peel; 1 c. coarsely chopped walnuts

Servings: persons

1 1/2 c. butter or margarine
2 c. sugar
6 eggs, separated
1/2 tsp. cream of tartar
1 c. milk
1 tsp. brandy extract or 3/4 c. milk and 1/4 c. brandy
1 tsp. vanilla
3 1/2 c. flour
1/2 tsp. salt
2 c. golden raisins
1 c. chopped dried apricots
1/2 c. chopped, candied orange peel
1 c. coarsely chopped walnuts

1
Beat butter until light and creamy.
2
Gradually add the sugar, beating until smooth.
3
Beat egg yolks together lightly and add to mixture.
4
Combine milk, brandy and vanilla.
5
Mix flour and salt together.
6
Alternately add milk mix and flour mix to butter mix. Fold in fruits and nuts.
7
Beat egg whites with cream of tartar until stiff, but not dry.
8
Fold whites into batter gently, but thoroughly.
9
Pour mixture into two buttered and floured six-cup molds.
10
Bake at 275u00b0 for 2 1/2 hours or until they test done.
11
Cool and unmold.

2538

kcal

Calories

131

Fat

297

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.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 c. butter or margarine, 2 c. sugar, 6 eggs, separated, 1/2 tsp. cream of tartar, and more.

Yes, Christmas Gold 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!

Christmas Gold Fruit Cake

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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