Light Fruitcake Recipe

Name: Light Fruitcake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups Golden raisins; 2 cups slivered blanched almonds; 1 cup candied cherries sliced; 8oz candied pineapple, sliced (4 rings); 2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 cup butter, softened; 1 cup granulated sugar; 4 eggs; 1 tsp vanilla; 1/4 tsp almond extract; 1-1/2 tsp baking powder; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/2 cup milk

Servings: persons

3 cups Golden raisins
2 cups slivered blanched almonds
1 cup candied cherries sliced
8oz candied pineapple, sliced (4 rings)
2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
4 eggs
1 tsp vanilla
1/4 tsp almond extract
1-1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 cup milk

1
Prepare two 9 x 5-inch /2L loaf pans. Grease the pans, line with brown paper and grease the paper
2
Combine raisins, almonds, cherries, and pineapple. Toss with 1/4 cups of the flour.
3
In a large bowl , cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. beat in the eggs one at a time, then beat for 2 minutes. Beat in vanilla and almond extract.
4
Combine remaining flour, baking powder, and salt; blend into egg mixture, alternating with the milk. Add floured fruit and mix thoroughly. turn into prepared pans.
5
Bake in 275 F oven for 2 to 2-1/2 hours or until cake is firm to touch and tester inserted into the center comes out clean. Cool thoroughly. Wrap in sherry soaked cheesecloth and then in foil. Store at least 1 week before slicing.

1415

kcal

Calories

Fat

126

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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: 3 cups Golden raisins, 2 cups slivered blanched almonds, 1 cup candied cherries sliced, 8oz candied pineapple, sliced (4 rings), and more.

Yes, Light 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.

Light Fruitcake

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