Description
A moist and flavorful fruitcake perfect for the holiday season, elevated with quality ingredients and unique flavors.
Ingredients
- Dried apricots
- Dried cranberries
- Dried cherries
- Dried figs
- Dried dates
- Candied orange peel
- Candied ginger
- Candied pineapple
- Walnuts
- Pecans
- Almonds
- Rum, brandy, or whiskey
- Apple juice
- Orange juice
- Cinnamon
- Nutmeg
- Cloves
- Allspice
- Cardamom
- Star anise
- Ginger
- Vanilla extract
- Lemon zest
- Applesauce
- Yogurt or buttermilk
- Molasses or honey
- Apricot jam for glazing
Instructions
- Prepare the dried fruits by soaking them overnight in rum or apple juice for maximum flavor.
- Preheat the oven to 275°F (135°C) and prepare your baking pan.
- In a large bowl, mix soaked fruits with chopped nuts and spices.
- Combine moisture ingredients like applesauce and yogurt in a separate bowl.
- Mix the wet and dry ingredients, ensuring not to overmix.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and cover with foil if browning too quickly.
- Bake low and slow for several hours until cooked through.
- Glaze the cake with warmed apricot jam after removing it from the oven.
- Cool and wrap the fruitcake tightly for storage, optionally feeding it with additional alcohol every few weeks.
Notes
For an alcohol-free version, substitute alcohol with juice or syrup and ensure to store properly to maintain freshness.