Not Your Mother's Fruitcake Recipe

Name: Not Your Mother's Fruitcake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup (225 ml) water; 4 cups (950 ml) fruit cake mix; 1 cup (225 ml) sugar; 3/4 cup (175 ml) butter; 2 cups (475 ml) flour; 1 tsp (5 ml) baking soda; 1 tsp (5 ml) spice mix (see below); 2 eggs, beaten; 1/4 cup (60 ml) cinnamon; 1/8 cup (30 ml) ginger; 1 tbsp (15 ml) nutmeg; 1 tbsp (15 ml) cloves

Servings: persons

1 cup (225 ml) water
4 cups (950 ml) fruit cake mix
1 cup (225 ml) sugar
3/4 cup (175 ml) butter
2 cups (475 ml) flour
1 tsp (5 ml) baking soda
1 tsp (5 ml) spice mix (see below)
2 eggs, beaten
1/4 cup (60 ml) cinnamon
1/8 cup (30 ml) ginger
1 tbsp (15 ml) nutmeg
1 tbsp (15 ml) cloves

1
Combine ingredients for spice mix and place in zip-lock bag or sealed container for this and future uses.
2
Preheat oven to 300 degrees (150 C.).
3
Grease 9 x 5 loaf pan, line with foil.
4
Combine water, fruit mix, sugar, and butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
5
Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally, and boil gently for about 10 minutes.
6
Mix flour, baking soda, and 1 tsp (5 ml) spice mix in a large bowl.
7
Pour boiled mixture and stir until blended.
8
Mix in eggs.
9
Pour into the loaf pan.
10
Bake for 90 minutes or until knife comes out clean.
11
Cool in pan for at least 10 minutes.

832

kcal

Calories

Fat

110

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.
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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup (225 ml) water, 4 cups (950 ml) fruit cake mix, 1 cup (225 ml) sugar, 3/4 cup (175 ml) butter, and more.

Yes, Not Your Mother's 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!

Not Your Mother's Fruitcake

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Variations & substitutions

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