CHOCOLATE-DIPPED APRICOT FRUITCAKES

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Here's a hint about this recipe: Don't call it fruitcake when you serve it. People who aren't normally fans will be delighted with these chocolate-coated cake squares. The moist cake is packed with apricots, dates, raisins and more. -Jackie Jegla, Sanford, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h45m

Yield 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 19

4 cups dried apricots, chopped
4 cups coarsely chopped pecans
3 cups chopped dates
1-1/2 cups golden raisins
2 cups all-purpose flour, divided
1 cup butter, softened
1-1/4 cups packed brown sugar
5 large eggs
1/2 cup apricot nectar
1/2 cup honey
1/4 cup half-and-half cream
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
12 ounces white baking chocolate, chopped
12 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped
Additional melted white and semisweet chocolate and pecan halves, optional

Steps:

  • Grease and flour two 13x9-in. baking pans. Line the bottoms with waxed paper; set aside. Combine the apricots, pecans, dates, raisins and 1/2 cup flour; set aside. , In a large bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Add the apricot nectar, honey, cream and lemon juice; beat well (mixture will appear curdled)., Combine the baking powder, cinnamon, salt, allspice and remaining flour; add to the creamed mixture and mix well. Add apricot mixture and stir well (batter will be very thick)., Pour into prepared pans. Bake at 275° for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely., Set aside one cake for

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Dom C
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These fruitcakes are so moist and delicious. I love the way the apricots add a bit of tartness to the chocolate.


Destiney Luna
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I love the way the chocolate coating on these fruitcakes adds a touch of elegance. They're perfect for a special occasion.


Malu Khalu
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These fruitcakes are so easy to make and they look so impressive. I'm definitely making them again for my next party.


Rafiul Islam
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I've been making these fruitcakes for years and they're always a hit. They're the perfect treat for any occasion.


PAGAL KHAN
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. These chocolate-dipped apricot fruitcakes are amazing!


Gaming Foysal
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These fruitcakes are the perfect holiday gift. They're festive, delicious, and easy to make.


Lindsay Guillory
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I made these fruitcakes for my family and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved the chocolate-apricot combination.


Asadullah Faiz
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These fruitcakes are so moist and delicious. I love the way the apricots add a bit of tartness to the chocolate.


Md Atiqur123
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I've tried several different chocolate-dipped apricot fruitcake recipes, but this one is by far the best. It's the perfect balance of sweetness and tartness.


Bukenya Arafat
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These fruitcakes are so easy to make, even for a beginner baker. I highly recommend them!


All Frp
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I love the way the chocolate coating on these fruitcakes adds a touch of elegance. They're perfect for a special occasion.


Dante Alcock
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These fruitcakes are the perfect holiday treat. They're easy to make and they're always a crowd-pleaser.


Giselle Betancourt
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I'm not usually a fan of fruitcakes, but these chocolate-dipped apricot fruitcakes are amazing! They're so moist and flavorful.


Mihlali Gubesa
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I made these fruitcakes for my Christmas party and they were a huge success. Everyone loved them!


Sadia sheikh
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These fruitcakes are so moist and flavorful. I love the way the chocolate coating complements the apricots.


Austin Ball
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I've made these fruitcakes several times now and they always turn out perfectly. They're a great gift for friends and family.


Michael Toms
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I love the combination of chocolate and apricots in these fruitcakes. They're the perfect sweet treat for any occasion.


Hajira Kazembe
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These chocolate-dipped apricot fruitcakes were a hit at my holiday party! They're so easy to make and they look so festive.