Fruit Cake Dark Recipe

Name: Fruit Cake Dark
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 20 oz. Kresge fancy mix; 1/4 c. orange or grape juice; 1 tsp. salt; 1 tsp. baking powder; 1 tsp. allspice; 1/2 tsp. nutmeg; 1 tsp. cloves; 4 oz. pecan meats; 1/2 c. sifted flour; 1/2 c. sugar; 6 oz. pitted dates; 8 oz. candied cherries; 4 oz. raisins; 5 well beaten eggs; 4 oz. walnut meats; 1 juice glass whiskey; 1 c. shortening; 1/2 c. honey

Servings: persons

20 oz. Kresge fancy mix
1/4 c. orange or grape juice
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. allspice
1/2 tsp. nutmeg
1 tsp. cloves
4 oz. pecan meats
1/2 c. sifted flour
1/2 c. sugar
6 oz. pitted dates
8 oz. candied cherries
4 oz. raisins
5 well beaten eggs
4 oz. walnut meats
1 juice glass whiskey
1 c. shortening
1/2 c. honey

1
Halve cherries, nut meats and dates.
2
Dredge fruits and nuts in 1/4 cup flour. Cream the shortening and sugar.
3
Add honey and eggs.
4
Beat well. Sift second amount of flour with dry ingredients and add alternately with fruit juice to creamed mixture. Beat thoroughly.
5
Pour batter over floured fruits and mix well.
6
Line 2 greased 3 1/2 x 7 1/2-inch loaf pans.
7
Line with wax paper, allowing 1/2-inch to extend above all sides of pan.
8
Pour batter into pans.
9
Don't flatten. Bake in low oven at 250u00b0 about 3 hours.

885

kcal

Calories

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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 20 oz. Kresge fancy mix, 1/4 c. orange or grape juice, 1 tsp. salt, 1 tsp. baking powder, and more.

Yes, Fruit Cake Dark 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!

Fruit Cake Dark

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Variations & substitutions

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