Miniature Christmas Fruitcakes Recipe

Name: Miniature Christmas Fruitcakes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 c. light molasses; 1/4 c. water; 1 tsp. vanilla extract; 1 (15 oz.) box raisins; 1 lb. candied fruit, chopped; 1/2 c. butter or margarine; 1/3 c. sugar; 3 eggs; 1 c. plus 2 Tbsp. all-purpose flour; 1/4 tsp. baking soda; 1 tsp. ground cinnamon; 1 tsp. ground nutmeg; 1/4 tsp. ground allspice; 1/4 tsp. ground cloves; 1/4 c. milk; 1 c. chopped nuts

Servings: persons

1/2 c. light molasses
1/4 c. water
1 tsp. vanilla extract
1 (15 oz.) box raisins
1 lb. candied fruit, chopped
1/2 c. butter or margarine
1/3 c. sugar
3 eggs
1 c. plus 2 Tbsp. all-purpose flour
1/4 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. ground cinnamon
1 tsp. ground nutmeg
1/4 tsp. ground allspice
1/4 tsp. ground cloves
1/4 c. milk
1 c. chopped nuts

1
In a saucepan, combine molasses, water and vanilla; add raisins and bring to a boil.
2
Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
3
Remove from heat and stir in fruit; cool.
4
Meanwhile, in a mixing bowl, cream butter and sugar.
5
Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
6
Mix together dry ingredients; add to creamed mixture alternately with milk.
7
Stir in fruit mixture; mix well.
8
Fold in nuts.
9
Spoon into paper-lined miniature muffin tins, filling almost to the top.
10
Bake at 325u00b0 for 22 to 24 minutes until cakes test done.
11
Cool on wire racks. Store in airtight containers.
12
Yields about 6 dozen.

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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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 c. light molasses, 1/4 c. water, 1 tsp. vanilla extract, 1 (15 oz.) box raisins, and more.

Yes, Miniature Christmas Fruitcakes 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!

Miniature Christmas Fruitcakes

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Variations & substitutions

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