Best 5 Gumdrop Fruitcake Recipes

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Experience a delightful holiday treat with our collection of delectable gumdrop fruitcake recipes. These charming cakes are not only visually appealing, but also burst with a symphony of flavors.

Indulge in the classic Gumdrop Fruitcake, a timeless recipe that captures the essence of traditional fruitcake with a modern twist. For a unique twist, try the Gumdrop Orange Fruitcake, featuring a refreshing citrusy flavor that perfectly complements the chewy texture of the fruitcake.

If you prefer a more tropical twist, the Gumdrop Pineapple Fruitcake offers a vibrant blend of sweet pineapple and tangy gumdrops. And for those who love a nutty flavor, the Gumdrop Pistachio Fruitcake combines the crunchiness of pistachios with the chewy texture of the fruitcake.

Each recipe provides detailed instructions, ensuring that bakers of all skill levels can create these festive treats. Whether you're looking for a classic holiday dessert or a unique gift, our gumdrop fruitcake recipes are sure to delight your taste buds and spread holiday cheer.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

GUMDROP FRUITCAKE



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A delightful memory from my childhood. My mother made this cake for Christmas every year. She baked it about 3 weeks before, and drizzled it with grape juice daily.

Provided by Glenda

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Holiday Cake Recipes

Yield 28

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 cup butter
2 cups white sugar
2 eggs, beaten
4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ground cloves
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
¼ teaspoon salt
1 ½ cups applesauce
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 tablespoon hot water
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
16 ounces gumdrops, no black ones
3 cups raisins
1 cup chopped pecans
1 tablespoon butter

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Line two 9 x 5 inch loaf pans or a 10 inch tube pan with greased parchment or heavy paper.
  • Sift together the flour, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, and salt.
  • Cut the gumdrops in fourths. Fry the pecans in the 1 tablespoon butter or margarine. Mix pecans, raisins, and gumdrops together, and roll in 3/4 cup of flour mixture.
  • In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup butter or margarine and white sugar. Mix in beaten eggs. Mix in the flour and spice mixture alternately with the applesauce. Dissolve soda in hot water, and stir into batter. Stir in the vanilla. Stir in nuts, gumdrops, and raisins.
  • Bake for 2 hours. The baking time for the tube pan should be about 30 to 40 minutes longer. Test about 10 minutes before the longer time. You may not get a clean tester, but you will be able to tell if it is the candy gumdrop or dough. Cool. Wrap in foil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 328.7 calories, Carbohydrate 58.2 g, Cholesterol 31.8 mg, Fat 10.4 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 3.2 g, SaturatedFat 4.8 g, Sodium 129.8 mg, Sugar 39 g

GUMDROP FRUITCAKE RECIPE - (4/5)



Gumdrop Fruitcake Recipe - (4/5) image

Provided by Caryl

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 cup butter
2 cups white sugar
2 eggs, beaten
4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups applesauce
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 tablespoon hot water
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
16 ounces gumdrops, no black ones
3 cups raisins
1 cup pecans, chopped
1 tablespoon butter

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Line two 9 x 5-inch loaf pans or a 10-inch tube pan with greased parchment or heavy paper. Sift together the flour, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, and salt. Cut the gumdrops in fourths. Fry the pecans in the 1 tablespoon butter or margarine. Mix pecans, raisins, and gumdrops together, and roll in 3/4 cup of flour mixture. In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup butter or margarine and white sugar. Mix in beaten eggs. Mix in the flour and spice mixture alternately with the applesauce. Dissolve soda in hot water, and stir into batter. Stir in the vanilla. Stir in nuts, gumdrops, and raisins. Bake for 2 hours. The baking time for the tube pan should be about 30 to 40 minutes longer. Test about 10 minutes before the longer time. You may not get a clean tester, but you will be able to tell if it is the candy gumdrop or dough. Cool. Wrap in foil.

MOMMA'S ANSWER TO FRUITCAKE (GUMDROP CAKE)



Momma's Answer to Fruitcake (Gumdrop Cake) image

A Holiday favorite for as long as I can remember. Momma didn't like fruitcake but wanted something "traditional" for the holidays. I used to make this in small loaves & send it to my children's teachers as a holiday gift.

Provided by DoQu Russell

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h30m

Yield 12-16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups flour
2 lbs gumdrops, cut into quarters (no black)
2 cups chopped nuts
1 cup shortening
2 eggs
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 tablespoon hot water
1 1/2 cups applesauce
3/4 cup white sugar
3/4 cup brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Dissolve baking soda in water.
  • Cream sugars,shortening,eggs salt& soda mix.
  • Sift 1 cup of flour over the gumdrop pieces.
  • Mix in nuts.
  • Add to creamed mix.
  • Add flour& mix well.
  • Add applesauce& mix well.
  • Bake in greased or disposable loaf pans for 1 hour.
  • Slice& Serve hot or cold.

GUMDROP FRUITCAKE



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Make and share this Gumdrop Fruitcake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Dienia B.

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 3h

Yield 2 loaves

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 cups flour
2 teaspoons cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon clove
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup raisins
1 cup gumdrop
1 cup dates
1/2 cup nuts
2 cups shortening
1 cup sugar
1 cup brown sugar
4 eggs
2 cups applesauce
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon vanilla

Steps:

  • cream shortening and sugar
  • add eggs
  • beat
  • add applesauce with soda and vanilla mixed in
  • mix spices and flour in another bowl
  • cut dates chop nuts take out black gumdrop.
  • add these to flour mixture as well as raisins
  • mix well.
  • add to creamed mixture
  • pour into wellgreased loaf pans
  • bake at 300 degrees for 2 hours
  • darlenes recipe says 45 to 60 minutes fin 350 degree oven
  • iwould go with lower heat.

GUMDROP FRUITCAKE



Gumdrop Fruitcake image

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 cup butter
2 cups white sugar
2 eggs, beaten
4 cups flour
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups applesauce
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 tablespoon hot water
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
16 ounces gumdrops, no black ones
3 cups raisins
1 cup chopped pecans
1 tablespoon butter

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Line two 9 x 5 inch loaf pans or a 10 inch tube pan with greased parchment or heavy paper. 2. Sift together the flour, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, and salt. 3. Cut the gumdrops in fourths. Fry the pecans in the 1 tablespoon butter or margarine. Mix pecans, raisins, and gumdrops together, and roll in 3/4 cup of flour mixture. 4. In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup butter or margarine and white sugar. Mix in beaten eggs. Mix in the flour and spice mixture alternately with the applesauce. Dissolve soda in hot water, and stir into batter. Stir in the vanilla. Stir in nuts, gumdrops, and raisins. 5. Bake for 2 hours. The baking time for the tube pan should be about 30 to 40 minutes longer. Test about 10 minutes before the longer time. You may not get a clean tester, but you will be able to tell if it is the candy gumdrop or dough. Cool. Wrap in foil.

Nutrition Facts : Nutritional Facts Serves

Tips:

  • Use a variety of gumdrops to add color and flavor to your fruitcake. Choose ones whose flavors you enjoy.
  • Soak the gumdrops in rum or brandy overnight to plump them up and add extra flavor to the fruitcake.
  • Use a combination of dried fruits, such as raisins, cranberries, and cherries, to add sweetness and texture to the cake.
  • Chop the nuts into small pieces so they distribute evenly throughout the cake.
  • Use a bundt pan or other decorative pan to bake the fruitcake for a festive presentation.
  • Allow the fruitcake to cool completely before serving. This will help the flavors to develop and the cake to set.

Conclusion:

Gumdrop fruitcake is a delicious and festive holiday treat that is sure to please everyone. With its colorful gumdrops, variety of dried fruits and nuts, and moist, flavorful cake, it is a classic holiday dessert that is sure to become a family favorite.

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