Are you looking for a delicious and festive treat to share with your loved ones this holiday season? Look no further than the Apricot Almond Fruitcake, a classic dessert that is sure to impress. This traditional fruitcake is packed with dried fruits, nuts, and spices, and is soaked in a sweet syrup to create a moist and flavorful treat. It's the perfect gift for friends and family, or to enjoy yourself as a special treat.
In this article, you'll find two variations of the Apricot Almond Fruitcake recipe: the Traditional Apricot Almond Fruitcake and the Modern Apricot Almond Fruitcake. The Traditional Apricot Almond Fruitcake is a classic recipe that has been passed down through generations, while the Modern Apricot Almond Fruitcake is a more contemporary take on the traditional recipe, using dried apricots, almonds, and orange zest. Both recipes are easy to follow and can be tailored to your own preferences. Whether you're a fan of classic fruitcake or looking for a new twist on an old favorite, you're sure to find a recipe in this article that you'll love.
APRICOT FRUITCAKE
My husband didn't care for fruitcake (which I love) - till he tasted this one. He and I have three children. He's an avid fishermen...when others are canning fruits and vegetables, I'm busy canning and smoking salmon! -Clare Brooks, Juneau, Alaska
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 2h55m
Yield 2 loaves (18 slices each).
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the fruits, nuts, honey, water and lemon juice; set aside. , In another large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs. Fold into fruit mixture. Combine dry ingredients; gradually fold into the fruit mixture until evenly coated. Pour into two greased and waxed paper-lined 9x5-in. loaf pans. , With a shallow pan of water in the bottom of the oven, bake at 275° for 2-1/2 hours or until cake tests done. Cover with foil during the last 30 minutes. , Cool 10 minutes; remove to wire rack to cool completely. Remove waxed paper and wrap each cake in foil. Place in plastic bags and store in a cool, dry place.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 360 calories, Fat 20g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 37mg cholesterol, Sodium 117mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (33g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 6g protein.
APRICOT ALMOND CAKE
This vegan cake tastes like marzipan and looks impressive. But since you use canned fruit, it comes together quickly.
Provided by Jenna Helwig
Time 1h40m
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Coat a 9-inch springform pan with cooking spray. (If you don't have a springform pan, spray a 9-inch cake pan with cooking spray and line the bottom with a circle of parchment paper.)
- Whisk all-purpose flour, almond flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl. Add milk and vinegar; stir to combine. Add oil and almond extract; stir until very well combined, about 60 strokes. Transfer to prepared pan. Note: The gluten in the flour gives this eggless cake structure. Be sure to stir the batter for the full 60 strokes to activate it.
- Arrange apricot halves, cut side up, on top of cake batter. Bake for 30 minutes. During final 2 minutes of baking time, whisk apricot preserves and 1 teaspoon hot water in a small bowl. Remove cake from oven. Brush cake (not apricot halves) with apricot preserve mixture.
- Return cake to oven and bake until light golden and a wooden pick in the center comes out clean, 10 to 15 minutes. Transfer pan to a wire rack and let cake cool for 10 minutes. Remove sides of pan and let cake cool completely on wire rack, about 30 minutes
THE BEST FRUITCAKE
Fruitcakes have become the punchline of many a holiday joke, but this recipe will give the notorious seasonal gift a whole new reputation. Filled with loads of real dried fruit and nuts along with brandy, warm spices and citrus, this cake tastes like the holidays. The recipe makes two loaves so you can gift one.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories dessert
Time 14h30m
Yield 2 loaves
Number Of Ingredients 25
Steps:
- Combine the raisins, currants, apricots, figs, prunes, dates, walnuts, pecans, orange zest, lemon zest, candied ginger, pumpkin pie spice and cloves in a large bowl and toss to combine. Add 1 cup of the brandy, orange liqueur and molasses and stir to coat. Cover and set aside to macerate overnight. (Alternatively, cover the bowl and microwave 2 minutes, or until very hot. Leave covered and let sit until almost all the liquid has been absorbed into the fruit and nuts, about 2 hours.)
- Preheat the oven to 275 degrees F. Spray two 9-by-5-inch loaf pans with nonstick cooking spray and line each with 2 pieces of parchment, one lengthwise and one crosswise, leaving a 2-inch overhang on each side. Spray the parchment with cooking spray.
- Sprinkle 1/2 cup flour over the soaked fruit mixture and toss to coat. Whisk together the remaining 1 1/2 cups flour, baking soda, baking powder and salt in a large bowl.
- Cream the butter and brown sugar in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment on medium-high until light and fluffy, about 1 minute. Add the eggs, one at a time, making sure each is fully incorporated before adding the next and scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed. Beat in the vanilla. Reduce the speed to medium-low and beat in the flour mixture until the batter is blended and smooth. Pour the batter over the fruit mixture and fold with a rubber spatula until all the fruit is coated in batter.
- Divide the mixture evenly between the two prepared pans, filling each about 3/4 full. Bake until the cakes begin to pull away from the sides of the pans, the tops spring back slightly when pressed and a cake tester comes out clean, about 1 1/2 hours. Transfer to a wire rack and brush with the remaining 2 tablespoons brandy. Let the cakes cool in the pans for about 15 minutes. Carefully remove each cake from its pan using the parchment overhang and place on the rack to cool completely.
- To store, wrap each loaf tightly in plastic and then foil. The wrapped fruitcakes can be stored in a cool, dry place for up to 3 months.
APRICOT FRUITCAKE
This is another great fruitcake for the holidays. Originally submitted to CakeRecipe.com. Pecans can be substituted for walnuts.
Provided by Carol
Categories Desserts Cakes Holiday Cake Recipes
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 275 degrees F (135 degrees C). Grease two 9 inch tube pans.
- In a saucepan over medium heat cook apricots in the water until they are mushy. Press them through a sieve and let them cool.
- Separate the eggs. Beat the egg yolks until lemony colored. Then beat the egg whites until stiff peaks are formed. Set aside.
- Cream the butter or margarine and sugar together. Add the beaten egg yolks and the apricots, and mix thoroughly.
- Combine the raisins, candied cherries, candied pineapple, and mixed dried fruits in a bowl coated with one cup of the flour.
- Combine the remaining flour, baking soda, and salt. Add this flour mixture alternately to the creamed mixture with the apricot juice. Blend this batter into the mixed fruits. Add the chopped pecans or walnuts and fold in the beaten egg whites. Turn the batter into the prepared pans.
- Bake at 275 degrees F (135 degrees C) for 2 hours. Garnish cakes with candied pineapples and cherries. Makes about 24 servings.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 296.3 calories, Carbohydrate 51 g, Cholesterol 46.3 mg, Fat 10 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 3.8 g, SaturatedFat 4.2 g, Sodium 145.2 mg, Sugar 26.2 g
ALMOND CAKE WITH FRESH FRUIT
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Butter and line a 9-inch cake pan with parchment paper. Chop almonds in food processor. Add the sugar and eggs and process 1-minute. Add the butter and salt and process 1 minute more.
- Spread the mixture in the prepared pan and bake for 20 to 25 minutes. Cool on a wire rack in pan. When cool, carefully unmold.
- Melt raspberry preserves and spread over cake. Slice fruit and arrange over cake. Combine apricot preserves and lemon juice in a small saucepan. Heat until melted. Strain and drizzle over fruit.
CRUNCHY NUT CAKE DECORATION
This easy almond cake topping makes for a beautiful golden decoration suitable for any special occasion fruitcake
Provided by Sarah Cook
Categories Afternoon tea, Dessert
Time 20m
Yield Ices one 20 - 23cm cake nutritional info includes apricot & almond fruitcake
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Bake the Apricot & almond fruitcake (see recipe to the right of this one) or any other 20-23cm fruitcake but bring out of the oven 10 mins before the end of the cooking time. Increase oven temperature to 200C/180C fan/gas 6. Gently heat the golden syrup and butter in a saucepan.
- When it is all melted and runny, stir in toasted flaked almonds, whole blanched almonds and plain flour. Use a couple of teaspoons to dot the mixture all over the top of the cake, and pop back in the oven for 12-15 mins until the topping is nicely golden. Cool, then remove from the tin and cover the sides with pretty ribbons. Lightly dust the cake with icing sugar to finish.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 710 calories, Fat 44 grams fat, SaturatedFat 16 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 68 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 51 grams sugar, Fiber 5 grams fiber, Protein 13 grams protein, Sodium 0.65 milligram of sodium
Tips:
- Don't overmix the batter: overmixing can make the fruitcake tough and dense. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
- Soak the dried fruit in alcohol or fruit juice: This will help to plump up the fruit and make it more flavorful.
- Use a variety of dried fruits: This will give the fruitcake a more interesting flavor and texture.
- Don't skimp on the nuts: Nuts add richness and flavor to the fruitcake. Use a variety of nuts, such as almonds, walnuts, and pecans.
- Wrap the fruitcake tightly in plastic wrap and then in aluminum foil before storing it: This will help to keep the fruitcake moist and prevent it from drying out.
Conclusion:
Apricot almond fruitcake is a classic holiday treat that is sure to be enjoyed by everyone. With its moist and flavorful crumb, this fruitcake is a perfect way to celebrate the holiday season. By following these tips, you can make the best apricot almond fruitcake that everyone will love.
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