Holiday Chocolate Fruitcake Recipe

Name: Holiday Chocolate Fruitcake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 ounces cream cheese softened; 1/2 cup butter or margarine, softened; 1 cup sugar; 3 large eggs; 2 1/4 cups flour, all-purpose; 1/4 cup cocoa powder; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 cup orange juice; 1 1/2 cups candied cherries red, coarsely chopped; 1 cup golden raisins; 1 cup pecans; 1 tablespoon brandy; 1 teaspoon rum extract

Servings: persons

8 ounces cream cheese softened
1/2 cup butter or margarine, softened
1 cup sugar
3 large eggs
2 1/4 cups flour, all-purpose
1/4 cup cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup orange juice
1 1/2 cups candied cherries red, coarsely chopped
1 cup golden raisins
1 cup pecans
1 tablespoon brandy
1 teaspoon rum extract

1
Heat oven to 300F (150C).
2
Grease and flour 10 inch tube pan.
3
In large mixer bowl, beat cream cheese, butter and sugar until blended.
4
Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating until light and fluffy.
5
Stir together 2 cups flour, cocoa, baking powder and salt; add to cream cheese mixture, alternately with orange juice, beating well.
6
In a small bowl, toss remaining 1/4 cup flour with cherries, raisins and pecans, stir into cocoa mixture with brandy until Bake 1 hour and 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
7
Cool 15 minutes; remove from pan to wire rack.
8
Cool completely.
9
Cover, store in refrigerator.
10
Garnish as desired.

1159

kcal

Calories

Fat

116

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 ounces cream cheese softened, 1/2 cup butter or margarine, softened, 1 cup sugar, 3 large eggs, and more.

Yes, Holiday Chocolate 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!

Holiday Chocolate Fruitcake

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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