Description

This moist fruit cake is a rich, dense dessert filled with dried fruits, crunchy nuts, and warm spices. The combination of orange and apple juice adds extra moisture and depth, making each slice flavorful and comforting.

Ingredients

1 cup raisins

1 cup currants

1 cup chopped dates

1 cup chopped dried apricots

1/2 cup chopped walnuts

1/2 cup chopped pecans

1 cup unsalted butter, softened

1 cup brown sugar, packed

4 large eggs

2 cups all-purpose flour, sifted

1 teaspoon baking powder

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1 teaspoon ground nutmeg

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 cup orange juice

1/4 cup apple juice

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease and flour a loaf pan.
In a mixing bowl, combine the raisins, currants, chopped dates, dried apricots, walnuts, and pecans. Set aside.
In another bowl, cream the softened butter and brown sugar together until light and fluffy.
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the sifted flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the orange juice and apple juice, mixing gently until smooth.
Fold the fruit and nut mixture into the batter until evenly distributed.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake for about 1 hour 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Walnuts or pecans can be replaced with almonds or hazelnuts for a different flavor.

Add orange zest for a stronger citrus aroma.

Mixed candied peel or dried cranberries can be added for more fruit variety.

Soaking dried fruits in orange juice before baking enhances moisture and flavor.

Dust the finished cake with powdered sugar or brush with warm jam for a glossy finish.

Store wrapped at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to 1 week.

Freeze tightly wrapped cake for up to 3 months and thaw at room temperature before serving.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 2 hours
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 520 kcal
Sugar: 40 g
Sodium: 180 mg
Fat: 26 g
Saturated Fat: 12 g
Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 66 g
Fiber: 4 g
Protein: 7 g
Cholesterol: 110 mg