The World'S Greatest Fruitcake Recipe

Name: The World'S Greatest Fruitcake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lbs candied fruit; 4 cups all-purpose flour; 1 1/2 cups nuts, chopped (almonds, pecans or walnuts); 2 teaspoons baking powder; 1 1/2 teaspoons salt; 1 cup butter (not spread or tub product) or 1 cup margarine (not spread or tub product); 1 cup brown sugar, firmly packed; 1/2 cup granulated sugar; 4 eggs; 1/2 1/2 cup sherry wine or 1/2 cup orange juice; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; Glaze; 1/3 cup corn syrup; 3 tablespoons brandy (fruit flavored brandy preferred)

Servings: persons

2 lbs candied fruit
4 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups nuts, chopped (almonds, pecans or walnuts)
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 cup butter (not spread or tub product) or 1 cup margarine (not spread or tub product)
1 cup brown sugar, firmly packed
1/2 cup granulated sugar
4 eggs
1/2 1/2 cup sherry wine or 1/2 cup orange juice
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Glaze
1/3 cup corn syrup
3 tablespoons brandy (fruit flavored brandy preferred)

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["Preheat oven to 300u00b0F.", "Line the bottom of a 9"" springform pan with a double thickness of waxed paper; grease paper.", "Combine the candied fruits and nuts in a large bowl; sift flour, baking powder and salt over fruit mixture and toss lightly.", "In another bowl, cream butter and sugar together until fluffy.", "Add eggs, one at a time.", "Blend in brandy and vanilla; fold into fruit mixture.", "Spoon into prepared pan, spreading evenly.", "Bake for three hours or until the cake tests done.", "Let cool completely in pan on wire rack; loosen around edge with a knife and turn out onto rack.", "Peel off paper.", "Wrap cake with a cheesecloth and sprinkle with brandy or sherry.", "Place in a plastic bag and seal.", "Pack in a metal tin with tight fitting lid; allow to ripen for at least four weeks.", "To serve: Remove cheesecloth and place on a serving plate.", "Spoon brandy glaze over the top and garnish with thin slices of candied fruit, if desired."]

1321

kcal

Calories

Fat

178

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lbs candied fruit, 4 cups all-purpose flour, 1 1/2 cups nuts, chopped (almonds, pecans or walnuts), 2 teaspoons baking powder, and more.

Yes, The World'S Greatest 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.

The World'S Greatest Fruitcake

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