ANN'S RICH DARK FRUITCAKE

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Categories     Cake     Fruit     Nut     Bake     Christmas

Yield 6 cakes

Number Of Ingredients 18

3/4 cup butter
3 cups sifted all purpose flour
2 tsp. double acting baking powder
1 tsp. salt
2 tsps. cinnamon
1/2 tsp allspice
1/2 tsp cloves
1/2 tsp nutmeg
1 pound candied chopped fruit
1/2 cup candied pineapple, in thin wedges
1/2 pound whole candied cherries
1 pound raisins
1 1/4 cup dates, large pieces
2 cup pecans or almonds
4 eggs
1 3/4 cup firmly packed brown sugar
1 cup brandy
1/4 cup table molasses

Steps:

  • Melt butter, cool. Sift dry ingredients together into bowl. Add fruit and nuts, mixing to coat with dry mixture. Beat eggs until foamy. Gradually add brown sugar, beating until well combined. Blend in liquid, molasses and cooled melted butter. Add to flour fruit mixture; stir until well combined. Prepare 1 (10 inch) tube pan, 2 (9x5x3 inch) loaf pans, 2 (6 inch) round pans - grease well and line with parchment paper. Turn batter into pans, filling 2/3 to 3/4 full. Bake in slow oven, 275 degrees, for 2 1/2 to 3 hours. Cool thoroughly before removing from pans.

Raul Rosales
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This fruitcake is the perfect Christmas dessert. It's festive, delicious, and sure to please everyone at your table.


RATUL HASAN
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I love the dark chocolate ganache on this fruitcake. It really takes it to the next level.


Anita Gomez
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This fruitcake is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's so worth it. It's the perfect gift for friends and family.


J.H.D
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I've made this fruitcake several times, and it's always a hit. It's the perfect dessert to serve at a holiday party.


AJAshikul Islam
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This fruitcake is a bit pricey to make, but it's definitely worth it. It's a delicious and festive treat that's perfect for any special occasion.


Ephraim Masiye
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I'm not a big fan of fruitcake, but I made this recipe for my husband and he loved it. He said it was the best fruitcake he's ever had.


M margin Hoshain
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This fruitcake is a bit dense, but I like it that way. It's a very satisfying dessert.


Sheikh Madni
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I love that this recipe uses dried fruit instead of candied fruit. It gives the cake a more natural flavor.


RGG RASEL YT
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This fruitcake is a great make-ahead dessert. I made it a week in advance, and it was even better the second time around.


Haseb Haaa
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I've never been a fan of fruitcake, but this recipe changed my mind. It's the perfect balance of sweet, tart, and boozy.


Naomi Blackler
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This fruitcake is so moist and flavorful. I can't believe how easy it was to make.


Hikmat Khan
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I love the combination of flavors in this fruitcake. The dark chocolate ganache is the perfect complement to the sweet and tangy fruits.


Emelio Phekula
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This fruitcake is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's definitely worth the effort. It's a delicious and festive treat that's perfect for any special occasion.


Obwona Robert
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I followed the recipe exactly, and the cake turned out perfectly. It was moist and flavorful, and the ganache was rich and decadent.


Ricardo Garcia
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This is the best fruitcake I've ever had! The flavors are so well-balanced, and the texture is perfect.


Keigan Helm
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I've been making this fruitcake for years, and it's always a favorite. It's dense and rich, with a perfect balance of sweetness and spice.


Aashik Raza
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This fruitcake was a hit at our holiday party! It was moist and flavorful, and the dark chocolate ganache was the perfect finishing touch.