APPLESAUCE FRUITCAKE
I know a lot of people do not like fruit cake but this one is different. It was published approximately 20+ years ago in our local newspaper's Holiday Recipe Section that had recipes submitted from people from throughout our ares. My husband tried it and it is a keeper. I think the difference is it does not contain the usual...
Provided by Patti Knepp
Categories Cakes
Time 2h45m
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- 1. Preheat oven to 250 degrees. In medium saucepan combine applesauce, shortening and sugar. Boil for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and cool.
- 2. Meanwhile, stir together dates, raisins, nuts, cherries and pineapple in a large bowl. Add the cooked mixture to the fruit and nuts. Then add dry ingredients and mix well.
- 3. Prepare pan of your choice (tube pan, loaf pans) by greasing well and line bottom with waxed paper which you then also grease. Fill prepared pan 2/3 full. Bake at 250 for 2 hours or until cake tests done.
- 4. Cool completely. Remove from pan(s) and remove waxed paper. Wrap in foil and store in refrigerator or cool place.
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Muhammad yahya
[email protected]I love baking and this recipe is one of my favorites. It's a classic fruitcake recipe that always turns out perfectly. It's the perfect holiday treat to share with friends and family.
Haider Khan
[email protected]I'm always experimenting in the kitchen so I decided to make a few changes to this recipe. I used a different type of flour, a different type of sugar, and a different type of fruit. It turned out great! The fruitcake was moist and flavorful, and it
Shiju john
[email protected]I love trying new things so I decided to make this recipe with a different type of fruit. I used pears instead of apples and it turned out great! The pears added a lovely sweetness and flavor to the fruitcake.
Palwasha Khan
[email protected]I had some fun with this recipe and added some chopped walnuts and dried cherries. It turned out great! The walnuts added a nice crunch and the cherries added a pop of sweetness.
kamal hossain
[email protected]This recipe is a great time-saver. I made it ahead of time and it just got better with age. It was the perfect holiday treat to have on hand for unexpected guests.
Lucas Osaze
[email protected]This recipe is very budget-friendly. I used store-brand ingredients and it still turned out great. It's a great way to enjoy a delicious fruitcake without breaking the bank.
Esmeralda Mencias
[email protected]I love one-bowl recipes and this one is no exception. It was so easy to make and the fruitcake turned out perfectly. It was moist and flavorful, and it had a lovely crumb.
Ogbebor Destiny
[email protected]I was short on time so I made this recipe in a bundt pan. It turned out great! It was just as moist and flavorful as the traditional fruitcake, but it was much easier to make.
Rambabu Tharu
[email protected]I made this recipe vegan by using applesauce instead of eggs and coconut oil instead of butter. It turned out great! It was moist and flavorful, and it had a lovely crumb. I'm so glad I found this recipe!
Rosie Yensen
[email protected]I'm gluten-free and I was so happy to find this recipe. I made a few substitutions to make it gluten-free and it turned out perfectly. It was so moist and flavorful. I'm so glad I can enjoy fruitcake again!
Listowel Quaboh
[email protected]I made a few modifications to this recipe to make it a bit healthier. I used whole wheat flour, reduced the amount of sugar, and added some dried cranberries. It turned out great! It was still moist and flavorful, but it wasn't as dense as traditiona
Faysal Gujjar
[email protected]I love fruitcake and this recipe is one of my favorites. The applesauce makes it so moist and flavorful. I always make a double batch so I can share it with my friends and family.
Sullay Jalloh
[email protected]This is my go-to fruitcake recipe for the holidays. It's always a crowd-pleaser and it's so easy to make. I love that I can make it ahead of time and it just gets better with age.
Md sh Khairul islam
[email protected]I'm a novice baker and this recipe was easy to follow. The fruitcake turned out beautifully and it was so delicious. I'm so glad I tried this recipe!
Junior Keorapetse
[email protected]I've been baking fruitcakes for years, and this one is by far the best. The applesauce adds a lovely moistness and the spices are perfectly balanced. It's the perfect holiday treat!
Val Cally
[email protected]This applesauce fruitcake was a hit at my holiday party! The flavors were perfectly balanced and the texture was moist and dense. I'll definitely be making this again next year.