Indulge in the delectable flavors of Granny's Magic Fruit Cake, a culinary masterpiece that combines the charm of traditional baking with a modern twist. This quick and easy recipe yields a moist and flavorful cake bursting with the vibrant flavors of dried fruits, nuts, and spices. Unlike traditional fruit cakes that require extensive preparation and aging, Granny's Magic Fruit Cake comes together in a snap, making it a perfect treat for busy home bakers. The article also features an array of additional fruit cake recipes, each with its unique character. From a classic Dark Fruit Cake brimming with rich, boozy notes to a gluten-free Spiced Cranberry Orange Fruit Cake catering to dietary restrictions, there's a recipe for every palate and occasion. Embark on a delightful baking journey with Granny's Magic Fruit Cake and discover the magic of homemade goodness.
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GRANDMA LEONE'S FRUIT CAKE
Don't get this cake confused with the traditional fruit cake. It is so much more. This recipe has been handed down for 3 generations and I now want to share it with all of you. Don't get nervous with all the ingredients. Everything gets hand-mixed in 1 great big bowl.
Provided by Debbie Ries
Categories Desserts Cakes Holiday Cake Recipes
Time 2h10m
Yield 20
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease two 8x8-inch baking pans.
- Bring water and raisins to a boil in a saucepan; cook until raisins are plump, about 2 minutes. Drain and cool raisins; reserve raisin water.
- Mix 3 cups flour, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, and salt together in a bowl. Place pecans and 2 tablespoons flour in a resealable plastic bag; close and shake bag until pecans are coated. Pour pecans into a colander and shake off excess flour.
- Whisk sugar, oil, eggs, and cooled raisin water together in a bowl; fold in candied fruit. Stir flour mixture, 1/2 cup at a time, into sugar mixture until fully incorporated; fold in raisins and pecans. Fill the prepared pans a little over half full.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes. Lower temperature to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C); bake until a knife inserted in the center of the cake comes out clean, about 1 more hour.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 620.5 calories, Carbohydrate 77.7 g, Cholesterol 37.2 mg, Fat 34.5 g, Fiber 4.5 g, Protein 5.8 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 465.4 mg, Sugar 28.4 g
GRANNY,S MAGIC FRUIT CAKE -QUICK AND EAZY-
This is a old Bordens Recipe..My Granny use to make this all year ,I do not like regular Fruit cake ,as a rule ,but I love this one .It is simple and quick.In fact I will be making some for Campmeeting this year.I thought I had lost this recipe in our move to Arkansas ,years ago but found it in a old box of recipes..The pamplet...
Provided by Mary R Morris
Categories Other Breads
Time 1h45m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- 1. Break Mince Meat into small pieces and put in 2-quart saucepan .ADD WATER.Place over medium heat and stir untill lumps are thoroughly broken . Boil briskly 1 minute ,stiring constantly . Remove from heat and cool
- 2. Add Nuts ,Candied Fruit,Condensed Milk,and Egg,blend well .Stirl in Flour and Baking Soda untill just blended.
- 3. Pour mixture into a 9"x4"x3"loaf pan ,which has been greased ,waxed paper lined and greased again. Bake at 350 degrees .1 hour and 30 minutes or untill center spring back when lightly touched with finger and top is golden brown .I use the tooth pick test ....If a glass type baking dish is used ,reduce oven heat to 325
- 4. This is wonderfull all year ,I use to toast it and spead cream cheese or jam on it .....
- 5. This Recipe was sent to me by Cinstraw,it was the one use by her Grandmother,and is a lot more up dateed and EASIER then the original...With her permission ,I have listed it for you with the original.....
- 6. Magic FruitCake :Cinstraw Granmother-Source Borden Co.1954 I made this cake before puting it on ,and it was just as good and a lot quicker and easier....Thank You ,Cinstraw for sending it to me....
- 7. 2 1/2 cups of unsifted flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 2 eggs, slightly beaten 1(28)jar ready-to use mincemeat 1-14oz can Sweetened Condensed Milk 2 cups (1lb)mixed candied fruit* 1 cup coarsely chopped nuts
- 8. Grease and Flour a 10 in tube pan: Combine flour and baking soda ,set aside: In a large bowl,combine remaining ingredients ,blend in dry ingredients..Pour Batter into pan.
- 9. Bake at 300 degrees for 1 hour and 45 minutes or untill toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.Cool 15 minutes turn out of pan and cool completely....
- 10. To store ,wrap well in aluminum foil or freeze.... *You may add more raisins ,dates ,more nuts ,etc.....
GRANDMA'S FRUITCAKE
Steps:
- You will use one 9x5" loaf pan for this. Spray inside with non stick spray lightly and shake some flour in while patting it around so it slides out nicely when done. Preheat oven to 300 degrees F.
- In a bowl whisk sugar, eggs, vanilla together and then add softened butter and whisk until smooth.
- In another bowl whisk together dry ingredients. Then slowly incorporate this into your butter, wet, mixture.
- Gently fold in fruit and pecans so it is incorporated nicely. Then pour batter into your pan and bake for 1 hour 10 minutes until toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in pan on wire rack for 15 minutes, then loosen slides with a knife and slide out. Set that on your cooling rack to completely cool.
- Slice and serve.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 oz, Calories 330 kcal, Carbohydrate 46 g, Protein 4 g, Fat 15 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 61 mg, Sodium 181 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 30 g, UnsaturatedFat 8 g
GRANNY CAKE I
This cake recipe is easy to make, using pineapple for a fruity cake and also makes a glaze that helps deliver a cake that is very moist.
Provided by Kitty
Categories Desserts Cakes Sheet Cake Recipes
Time 55m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Mix the eggs, undrained crushed pineapple, flour, 1 cup of the white sugar, baking soda, salt, and 1 teaspoon of the vanilla together and stir until just combined. Pour batter into one ungreased 9x13 inch baking pan.
- Combine the light brown sugar and the chopped nuts. Sprinkle over the top of the cake batter. Bake in preheated oven for 25 to 35 minutes or until cake tests done. Remove cake from oven and pour topping over hot cake.
- To Make Topping: In a small saucepan combine the butter or margarine, the evaporated milk, the remaining 1/2 cup of the white sugar, and 1 teaspoon of the vanilla. Cook over medium low heat, stirring occasionally until sugar is dissolved. Mixture will be thin. Pour over hot cake.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 181.6 calories, Carbohydrate 29.5 g, Cholesterol 27.2 mg, Fat 6.4 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 189.8 mg, Sugar 21 g
Tips:
- Use a variety of dried fruits. This will give your fruitcake a complex flavor and texture. Some good choices include raisins, cranberries, cherries, apricots, and figs.
- Soak the dried fruits in alcohol before adding them to the batter. This will help to plump them up and make them more flavorful. You can use any type of alcohol you like, but rum, brandy, and bourbon are all good choices.
- Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the fruitcake tough. Just mix until the ingredients are combined.
- Bake the fruitcake in a slow oven. This will help to prevent it from drying out. The ideal baking temperature is 300 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Let the fruitcake cool completely before frosting it. This will help to prevent the frosting from melting.
Conclusion:
Granny's Magic Fruit Cake is a delicious and easy-to-make holiday treat. With its moist texture, flavorful dried fruits, and creamy frosting, this fruitcake is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a special dessert to make for the holidays, give Granny's Magic Fruit Cake a try.
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