Pineapple Christmas Fruitcake Recipe

Name: Pineapple Christmas Fruitcake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb white raisins (golden); 1 (14 ounce) can crushed pineapple; 4 ounces approx liquor (rum, brandy, wine, whatever!); 1/4 cup flour; 1/2 lb red glace cherries; 1/2 lb glace green cherries; 4 ounces mixed peel (or whatever a small package is); 3/4 cup butter; 1 cup sugar; 3 eggs, beaten; 2 1/4 cups flour; 2 teaspoons baking powder; 1 teaspoon salt

Servings: persons

1 lb white raisins (golden)
1 (14 ounce) can crushed pineapple
4 ounces approx liquor (rum, brandy, wine, whatever!)
1/4 cup flour
1/2 lb red glace cherries
1/2 lb glace green cherries
4 ounces mixed peel (or whatever a small package is)
3/4 cup butter
1 cup sugar
3 eggs, beaten
2 1/4 cups flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt

1
Line bottom and sides of springform pan or loaf pan with one layer of brown paper and one layer of waxed paper.
2
Let stand overnight in a bowl (in the fridge): 1 lb. raisins and the can of crushed pineapple with some of the liquid replaced with the liquor. (Your choice how much.).
3
In a large bowl, cut up the red and green cherries and mixed peel and dust with 1/4 cup flour.
4
In another bowl, cream the butter and sugar.
5
Add the beaten eggs.
6
In another bowl, sift together the 2 1/4 cups flour, baking powder and salt.
7
Add flour mixture to creamed mixture and combine.
8
Add pineapple and combine.
9
Add other fruit last.
10
Bake at 275 degrees F for 3 hours. (Place a pan of water in the oven while cake bakes.).

894

kcal

Calories

Fat

113

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb white raisins (golden), 1 (14 ounce) can crushed pineapple, 4 ounces approx liquor (rum, brandy, wine, whatever!), 1/4 cup flour, and more.

Yes, Pineapple Christmas 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!

Pineapple Christmas Fruitcake

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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