Easy Fruitcake Recipe

Name: Easy Fruitcake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Baking & Desserts
Ingredients: 1 package spice cake mix (2 layer size); 1 package (3 3/4 ounces) instant lemon pudding mix; 2/3 cup apricot nectar; 1/4 cup Apricot brandy; 1/2 cup vegetable oil; 4 large eggs; 1 cup chopped dates; 1/2 cup chopped candied cherries; 1/2 cup chopped candied pineapple; 1 cup chopped pecans; .; Glaze; 1 cup sifted powdered sugar; 2 to 3 tablespoons apricot brandy

Servings: persons

1 package spice cake mix (2 layer size)
1 package (3 3/4 ounces) instant lemon pudding mix
2/3 cup apricot nectar
1/4 cup Apricot brandy
1/2 cup vegetable oil
4 large eggs
1 cup chopped dates
1/2 cup chopped candied cherries
1/2 cup chopped candied pineapple
1 cup chopped pecans
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Glaze
1 cup sifted powdered sugar
2 to 3 tablespoons apricot brandy

1
In a large mixing bowl, combine cake mix, pudding mix, apricot nectar, 1/4 cup apricot brandy, and vegetable oil. Beat on medium speed until batter is smooth, about 2 minutes. Add eggs one at a time, beating after each addition. Fold in the chopped fruits and nuts. Turn batter into a generously greased and floured 10-inch tube pan. Bake at 350u00b0 for 50 to 55 minutes for 50 to 55 minutes, or until cake tests done. Cool for 15 minutes in the pan then remove to a rack to cool thoroughly. For best flavor, wrap and store in refrigerator for 24 hours before serving.
2
Combine 2 to 3 tablespoons of apricot brandy with 1 cup confectioners' sugar; drizzle over fruitcake before serving, if desired.

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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 package spice cake mix (2 layer size), 1 package (3 3/4 ounces) instant lemon pudding mix, 2/3 cup apricot nectar, 1/4 cup Apricot brandy, and more.

Yes, Easy 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.

Easy Fruitcake

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