Golden Fruitcake Recipe

Name: Golden Fruitcake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/2 cups (15 oz. package) white rasins; 1 lb candied fruit mix (Fruit cake mix); 1/2 package red candied cherries, 4 oz., halved (optional); 1/2 package green candied cherries, 4 oz., halved (optional); 8 oz package chopped dates; 12 oz dried apricots cut into quarters; 1/2 lb chopped pecans; 4 cups all purpose flour (split in half); 2 teaspons baking powder; 2 sticks butter; 2 cups white sugar; 6 beaten eggs; 1 teaspoon lemon extract; 6 oz frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed; 2 oz apricot brandy; 1 Tablespoon spiced rum; loaf pans, wax paper, grease for pans (Crisco spray in the Butter flavor works well)

Servings: persons

2 1/2 cups (15 oz. package) white rasins
1 lb candied fruit mix (Fruit cake mix)
1/2 package red candied cherries, 4 oz., halved (optional)
1/2 package green candied cherries, 4 oz., halved (optional)
8 oz package chopped dates
12 oz dried apricots cut into quarters
1/2 lb chopped pecans
4 cups all purpose flour (split in half)
2 teaspons baking powder
2 sticks butter
2 cups white sugar
6 beaten eggs
1 teaspoon lemon extract
6 oz frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed
2 oz apricot brandy
1 Tablespoon spiced rum
loaf pans, wax paper, grease for pans (Crisco spray in the Butter flavor works well)

1
Combine rasins, fruit cake mix, chopped dates, apricots, pecans, cherries, and two cups of flour in large bowl. Hand mix until fruit is well coated.
2
In mixer, cream together butter and sugar.
3
Add beaten eggs and mix well.
4
Add lemon extract, OJ concentrate, brandy, and rum - mix well.
5
Spoon in remaining flour and baking powder while mixer is running.
6
Pour mixture into the large bowl with fruit mix and hand stir until well mixed and no dry spots (this takes some work).
7
Fill loaf pans to half depth and bake for approx two hours, untill toothpick comes out clean.
8
Covered with a singe layer of brown paper while baking to reduce top browning.
9
Cool at least 30 min. on rack. Remove from pans, remove wax paper from cake and wrap with saran wrap or put in zip lock bags. Best if left to mellow for a week.

1903

kcal

Calories

103

Fat

230

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.

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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 1/2 cups (15 oz. package) white rasins, 1 lb candied fruit mix (Fruit cake mix), 1/2 package red candied cherries, 4 oz., halved (optional), 1/2 package green candied cherries, 4 oz., halved (optional), and more.

Yes, Golden 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!

Golden Fruitcake

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