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Old-Fashioned German Fruit Cake

This delightful fruit cake, rich with mixed dried fruits and nuts, brings warmth and tradition to any gathering. Its aromatic blend of sweetness and spices makes it perfect for celebrations.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: German
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/2 cup apple juice or orange juice apple juice preferred for added flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Fruit and Nuts
  • 2 cups mixed dried fruit (raisins, currants, cherries) Use high-quality dried fruits for best flavor.
  • 1 cup chopped nuts (walnuts, almonds) Feel free to experiment with different nuts.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Grease and flour a bundt or loaf pan.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the mixed dried fruit and nuts.
  3. In another bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together brown sugar, eggs, melted butter, apple juice (or orange juice), and vanilla extract until smooth.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and fold in the fruit and nut mixture.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
Baking
  1. Bake for about 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  2. Allow to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Serving
  1. Slice and serve the fruit cake plain or with a dollop of whipped cream. Enjoy with coffee or tea.
  2. Optionally, dust with powdered sugar for a decorative finish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 6gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 120mgFiber: 3gSugar: 25g

Notes

Store the fruit cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. It can be frozen for several months if wrapped tightly. Use high-quality dried fruits for the best flavor. Consider soaking the dried fruit in warm water, tea, or apple juice for added moisture.

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