Best 12 Mamas Uncooked Fruitcake Recipes

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Indulge in the timeless tradition of Christmas baking with Mama's Uncooked Fruitcake, a delectable treat that has been passed down through generations. This cherished recipe combines a symphony of dried fruits, nuts, and spices, all bound together by a sweet and tangy glaze. Experience the magic of this no-bake delight, which offers a delightful contrast of textures and flavors. Alongside the classic uncooked fruitcake, discover a tempting array of variations that cater to every palate. Embark on a culinary journey with Mama's Uncooked Fruitcake, where each bite is a testament to the enduring spirit of Christmas.

Here are our top 12 tried and tested recipes!

NO BAKE FRUITCAKE BY PAULA DEEN



No Bake Fruitcake by Paula Deen image

Make and share this No Bake Fruitcake by Paula Deen recipe from Food.com.

Provided by katie in the UP

Categories     Dessert

Time 30m

Yield 10 mini loafs

Number Of Ingredients 8

14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
16 ounces miniature marshmallows
16 ounces graham crackers, crushed to crumbs
4 cups chopped pecans
1 (3 1/2 ounce) can flaked coconut (1 1/3 cups)
2 (8 ounce) packages chopped dates
16 ounces maraschino cherries, well drained, halved
1/2 cup Bourbon

Steps:

  • Spray 10 mini loaf pans with vegetable oil cooking spray.
  • In a 2-quart saucepan, heat the milk and marshmallow together over low heat.
  • Stir constantly, because condensed milk scorches easily, until the marshmallows are melted.
  • Remove the mixture from the heat.
  • Combine the cracker crumbs, pecans, coconut, dates and cherries in a large bowl.
  • Add the bourbon to the milk mixture and pour over the crumb mixture.
  • Mix well with your hands.
  • Scoop the mixture into the prepared pans and press down firmly to mold into shape.
  • Refrigerate for 2 days.

GRANMAMA'S UNCOOKED (NO BAKE, NO COOK) FRUITCAKE



Granmama's Uncooked (No Bake, No Cook) Fruitcake image

Not your typical fruit cake! We eat this one down South (Florida) and Granmama finally let me have the recipe. No baking, no aging and none of that "whatsit?" fruit!

Provided by shawnanddebbie

Categories     Dessert

Time 12h20m

Yield 12 slices, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 lb graham cracker
1 lb raisins
1/2 lb pecans
1 (16 ounce) jar maraschino cherries
24 big marshmallows
1 (14 ounce) can condensed milk

Steps:

  • Crush the graham crackers into fine crumbs.
  • Granmama's recipe calls for "puffed" raisins. To puff them, soak in hot water for 30 minutes.
  • Chop the nuts; drain and cut cherries in half (if they are whole).
  • Melt marshmallows in milk.
  • Mix all ingredients together.
  • Pack into regular sized loaf pan.
  • Refrigerated overnight and cut with a hot knife.
  • Coconut is an optional ingredient.
  • Cook time is refrigeration time.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 625, Fat 20.8, SaturatedFat 3.7, Cholesterol 12, Sodium 242.2, Carbohydrate 108.3, Fiber 5.5, Sugar 77, Protein 8.6

UNCOOKED FRUITCAKE



UNCOOKED FRUITCAKE image

Categories     Dessert

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 large bag marshmallows
1 T butter
1 small or medium jar of cherries, chopped (save juice)
4 cups chopped pecans
1 package chopped dates
3/4 cup raisins
Grated orange peel
1 box Graham Crackers, crushed (or use box of crumbs)

Steps:

  • Melt marshmallows in top of a double boiler with butter and 3 T of reserved cherry juice. Stir as it melts. In large mixing bowl, put pecans, dates, raisins, cherries, orange peel and Graham Cracker crumbs. Pour melted marshmallow mixture over and mix with hands until it sticks together. Place in container and firmly press together. Cover and keep in refrigerator.

GREAT GRANDMA EVELYN'S UNCOOKED FRUITCAKE



Great Grandma Evelyn's Uncooked Fruitcake image

This is an awesome recipe. Only five ingredients and pretty simple to make (even easier if you have a food processor).

Provided by Luna Lovegood

Categories     Dessert

Time P3DT20m

Yield 1 loaf

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 lb vanilla wafer, crushed
2 cups dates, minced finely
1 cup candied cherry, minced finely (optional)
1 lb nuts, diced finely (pecans or walnuts)
1 cup sweet Eagle Brand Condensed Milk

Steps:

  • In a large bowl combine wafers, dates, cherries (if using), and nuts.
  • Mix well, then pour Eagle Brand Milk over and continue to mix until all dry ingredients are saturated with the milk. You may have to use your hands to mix as this mixture is quite stiff.
  • You might have to add a little more milk or water- but only a little at a time.
  • Line a loaf pan with waxed paper letting it extend over the sides some.
  • Pack the mixture in the prepared pan, leaving no spaces. Refrigerate 2-3 days before slicing to serve. Slice thinly and refrigerate remaining cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 6668.2, Fat 350.4, SaturatedFat 70.8, Cholesterol 104, Sodium 4834.4, Carbohydrate 825.7, Fiber 73.6, Sugar 373.9, Protein 129.8

THE BEST FRUITCAKE



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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

1 1/2 cups golden raisins
1/2 cup dried currants
1 cup dried apricots, halved
1 cup dried figs, halved
1/2 cup pitted prunes
1/2 cup whole pitted Medjool dates, halved
2 cups walnut halves
1 cup pecan halves
Finely grated zest of 2 small oranges
Finely grated zest of 2 small lemons
2 tablespoons chopped candied ginger
3/4 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
Pinch ground cloves
1 cup brandy, plus 2 tablespoons for brushing
1/4 cup orange liqueur
1/2 cup unsulfured molasses
Nonstick cooking spray
2 cups all-purpose flour (see Cook's Note)
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
2 sticks (1 cup) unsalted butter, at room temperature
1 1/2 cups lightly packed dark brown sugar
4 large eggs, at room temperature
1 1/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract

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.

MAMA'S UNCOOKED FRUITCAKE



Mama's Uncooked Fruitcake image

My mother has made this for as long as I can remember ,and she gave it to me back it the late 1960.I do not eat regular Fruitcake , but I love this one .This is another one you make way ahead of time .I make this for Easter and Christmas.You can use pecans and walnuts the way her recipe calls for ,but I use just walnut's ,it is...

Provided by Mary R Morris

Categories     Other Snacks

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup of chopped pecans
1 cup of chopped walnuts
1 cup chopped raisins
1 (4oz) jar of maraschino cherries-drained and chopped
1 (14 oz )can sweetened condensed
1 (12 oz)package vanilla wafers -crushed

Steps:

  • 1. In a medium bowl ,stir together the pecans ,raisins ,walnuts,cherries,condensed milk and vanilla wafers..Dough will be thick,I use my hands
  • 2. Form dough,in to a log shape,(about the size of a pecan log) then wrap very well in wrap.Wrap in two or three layers of plastric wrap to make as air tight as possible.Allow to stay in the refrigertor for at least 5-7 day,s......I have seen my Mom make them in a round shape,but I do the log's....
  • 3. Personal Note ::::::Use a good vanilla wafer .I use the Nabisco brand.The condensed milk ,i often use the Wal-Mart brand .

MOM'S FRUITCAKE



Mom's Fruitcake image

Our family has been making this for the past 45 years. Friends and family all love it!

Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 1/2 cups butter
4 cups light brown sugar
8 eggs, beaten
10 cups flour
1 tsp. salt
3 tsp. baking powder
2 1/2 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. allspice
3/4 tsp. nutmeg
3/4 tsp. cloves
2 lb. mixed candied fruit
2 lb. red candied cherries (leave whole)
1/2 lb. candied pineapple (cut into wedges)
1/2 lb. pitted dates (chopped)
1 lb. golden raisins
1/2 lb. currants
2 1/2 lb. walnuts (broken large)
3/4 cup sherry wine

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 250-275 degrees.
  • Batter will make about 15 lbs. Prepare pans according to chart below. Grease and line pans with brown paper, waxed paper, or parchment. Grease again. Cut paper about 1 inch taller than pans. Fill pans a little over half full with batter. If you have room in the oven, put a pan with some hot water in it in the bottom, to keep the cakes moist. Enjoy!
  • Pan sizes and baking chart:
  • 9 x 5 x 3-inch loaf pan: 6 1/2 cups batter, bake for 3 hours
  • 10" tube pan: 2 1/2 quarts batter, bake for 3 hrs 15 mins
  • 1 lb. coffee cans: 3 3/4 cups batter, bake for 3 hrs 15 mins
  • 9 1/4 oz. tuna cans: 1 cup batter, bake for 1 hour 30 mins
  • No.303 (16oz) cans: 1 2/3 cup batter, bake for 2 1/4 to 2 1/2 hours
  • 4 1/2 x 2 1/2 x 2-inch mini loaf pans: 3/4 cup batter, bake for 1 hour

NO-BAKE FRUITCAKE



No-Bake Fruitcake image

"Keep your oven free for other holiday baking with this easy recipe," suggests Joy Maynard of St. Ignatius, Montana.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 15m

Yield 1 loaf

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 can (5 ounces) evaporated milk
1/3 cup orange juice concentrate
2 cups miniature marshmallows
1 package (13-1/2 ounces) graham cracker crumbs (4 cups)
1 cup raisins
1 cup chopped mixed candied fruit
1 cup chopped walnuts
3/4 cup chopped dates
1/4 cup halved candied cherries
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves

Steps:

  • Line a 9x5-in. loaf pan with waxed paper; coat the paper with cooking spray; set aside. In a saucepan, combine milk and orange juice concentrate. Add marshmallows; cook and stir until marshmallows are melted and mixture is smooth. Remove from the heat. Stir in remaining ingredients; mix well. Pat into prepared pan. Cover and refrigerate for at least 8 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 279 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 160mg sodium, Carbohydrate 53g carbohydrate (33g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

1950'S UNCOOKED FRUIT CAKE'



1950's Uncooked Fruit Cake' image

This is an old recipe and some adaptations might have to be made to match modern packaging. The finished product may be packed into loaf pans or rolled into logs in waxed paper to make for easier serving. Graham Cracker may also be used.

Provided by ArtdudeSouth

Categories     Dessert

Time 20m

Yield 20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

8 cups vanilla wafers, crushed
1 lb miniature marshmallow
14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
1/2 lb butter, melted
1 cup pecans, chopped
1 cup walnuts, chopped
2 cups raisins
1/2 cup maraschino cherry, drained & chopped (Red & Green)
1 cup candied fruit
8 ounces crushed pineapple, drained
2 cups flaked coconut

Steps:

  • Warm the opened can of Sweetened Condensed Milk in a saucepan of boiling water to make it easier to pour. Add the milk to the Melted Butter and Marshmallows stirring to combine well. Combine the wet mixture with the remaining ingredients. Pack into a buttered dish or pan. Let set overnight. Keep in refrigerator. If too dry add more condensed milk.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 382.1, Fat 21.2, SaturatedFat 9.9, Cholesterol 31.1, Sodium 150.4, Carbohydrate 48.5, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 37.6, Protein 4.2

NO BAKE FRUITCAKE



No Bake Fruitcake image

This fruitcake recipe using crushed vanilla wafer cookies, cherries, pecans, raisins, and coconut is easy to make and requires no baking whatsoever.

Provided by Ann Hammock

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Cherry Dessert Recipes

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound halved candied cherries
4 cups chopped pecans
1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
1 (14 ounce) can coconut milk
1 cup flaked coconut
1 cup raisins
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 (12 ounce) package vanilla wafers, crushed

Steps:

  • In a large bowl mix the candied cherries, chopped pecans, sweetened condensed milk, coconut milk, flaked coconut, raisins, vanilla, and crushed vanilla wafers. Batter will be very stiff. Place into pan and store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 475.1 calories, Carbohydrate 53.4 g, Cholesterol 7.4 mg, Fat 28.8 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 5.6 g, SaturatedFat 8.8 g, Sodium 116 mg, Sugar 31.7 g

UNCOOKED FRUITCAKE



Uncooked Fruitcake image

If you don't like traditional fruitcake, this one is a fabulous alternative. It's messy to mix, but it's fun to lick the excess off of fingers after all is done.

Provided by NolaCherie

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h30m

Yield 12 mini loaves (appx)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb pecans, chopped
1 lb walnuts, chopped
1 box raisins
1 box dates, chopped
1 box candied cherry, chopped
1 box candied pineapple, chopped
1 box vanilla wafer, crushed
1 box graham cracker, crushed
1 bag marshmallows
1 can Carnation instant milk
1/2 cup oleo
1 bag coconut (optional)

Steps:

  • Mix milk, oleo& marshmallows.
  • Cook to dissolve.
  • Add to crushed wafers& graham crackers.
  • Add all other ingredients.
  • Stir or mix with buttered hands.
  • Press into containers lined with wax paper.
  • Wrap in foil& chill.
  • (Can use decorative aluminum mini-loaf pans with lids).
  • (Can freeze or refrigerate).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 586.7, Fat 59.4, SaturatedFat 6.1, Sodium 89.8, Carbohydrate 13.3, Fiber 6.3, Sugar 4.6, Protein 9.4

MAMA'S CHRISTMAS FRUITCAKE - DEE DEE'S



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This has to be the very best fruitcake ever!! This recipe was passed down to my mother from her mother. I can remember mama making 2 to 4 of these cakes at a time for Christmas. Everything mama put into her fruit cakes was very fresh. She would crack a fresh coconut and grate it. The pecans she put in this cake were not...

Provided by Diane Atherton

Categories     Cakes

Time 3h30m

Number Of Ingredients 16

5 c all purpose flour
1 1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp nutmeg
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/2 tsp cloves
1 c butter or margarine
2 c sugar
5 eggs
3/4 c whiskey, or mogan david concord american red wine(add'l liquor is needed for soaking cheese cloth)
1 tsp vanilla
1 lb candied cherries, red and green, chopped coarsely
1 lb candied pineapple, chopped coarsely
3 c california golden raisins, cut up
4 c pecans, chopped coarsely
1 fresh coconut, grated

Steps:

  • 1. Sift all dry ingredients together. Coat fruit and nuts with just enough of flour mixture (about 1 cup) to ensure that the fruit does not stick together; set aside.
  • 2. Cream butter and sugar; add eggs 1 at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  • 3. Add remaining dry mixture to egg, sugar and butter mixture; add liquor and vanilla; mix well.
  • 4. Pour the creamed mixture over the fruit and nuts. Hand stir until mixed well.
  • 5. Pour into 2 10-inch waxed paper lined tube pans, garnish top of cake with cherries, pineapple slices and pecan halves; place in cold oven, set oven at 275 degrees; bake 2 1/2 to 3 1/2 hours or until a long skewer inserted into the center of the cake comes out with just a few moist crumbs. MY MOHTERS RECIPE STATES BAKE IN SLOW OVEN FOR ABOUT 2 1/2 HOURS. IT TOOK MUCH LONGER IN MY OVEN.
  • 6. Once cakes are done, cool and wrap in wine soaked cheesecloth, then in Reynolds Wrap and then wrap in towels.
  • 7. NOTE: The secret to these wonderful cakes is in the aging process. Mama would age her cakes from 2 to 3 weeks. Once a week she would un-wrap the cakes and pour enough liquor over the cakes to keep them moist until Christmas.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality fruits for the best flavor.
  • Chop the fruits into small pieces so they distribute evenly throughout the cake.
  • Mix the fruits with sugar and spices to help draw out their juices and prevent them from browning.
  • Line the cake pan with parchment paper or greased foil to prevent the cake from sticking.
  • Bake the cake in a preheated oven to ensure even cooking.
  • Let the cake cool completely before cutting into it to allow the flavors to meld.

Conclusion:

Mama's Uncooked Fruitcake is a delicious and festive holiday treat that is sure to be enjoyed by all. This no-bake cake is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its colorful fruits and nuts, this cake is a feast for the eyes as well as the taste buds. So next time you are looking for a special dessert to share with your loved ones, give Mama's Uncooked Fruitcake a try.

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