CHRISTMAS KEEPING CAKE (FRUITCAKE-LIKE, LESS FRUIT)
From "The Spirit of Christmas Book III," Leisure arts, 1989. Made it for 2009 Christmas party-delicious, and not too "fruity." People who don't like fruitcake loved it. It has the most delicious scent when you unwrap it that remains until the last slice is eaten. I believe it took mine no more than 2 hours to bake. Keep an eye on it, so the cake won't dry.
Provided by EURrosa1
Categories Winter
Time 3h
Yield 1 cake, 12-14 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Cream butter and sugar. Beat in egg yolks until fluffy.
- Dissolve baking soda in buttermilk; beat it into eggs.
- Combine 2 1/2 cups flour with spices. Add to egg mixture, alternately with jam.
- Beat egg whites until almost stiff and fold into batter.
- Combine remaining flour with pecans, raisins and dates; fold into batter.
- Pour into well-greased and floured 10" tube pan. (I used bundt pan.). Bake at 300 F 3 to 3 1/3 hours (depends on oven). (NOTE: I believe it took mine no more than 2 hours to bake.) Place on wire rack until completely cool.
- Soak cheesecloth in liquor and wrap cake. Wrap with foil. Brush with more liquor every week, closing tight with foil. Let age 4-6 weeks in cool place.
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Ama Cuttie
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the cake turned out perfectly. It was moist and flavorful, and the fruits and nuts were evenly distributed.
Izzat Baloch
[email protected]The cake was delicious! I will definitely be making it again.
shahzad Abbasi
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a classic Christmas cake. The cake is moist and flavorful, and the fruits and nuts add a festive touch.
Muslima Suyarova
[email protected]I love this recipe! The cake is always a hit with my family and friends.
Asghar Ali BangulzaI
[email protected]The cake was a bit too dense for my taste. I might try using a different flour next time.
Adrian Palmer
[email protected]This is the best fruitcake recipe I've ever tried! The cake is so moist and flavorful, and the fruits and nuts are perfectly balanced.
Daniel Amedzi
[email protected]Overall, this is a great recipe. The cake is delicious and perfect for any occasion.
maryanne omeasoo
[email protected]I found the cake to be a bit too sweet for my taste. I might reduce the amount of sugar next time.
Waqas Sheikh
[email protected]This recipe is amazing! The cake is so moist and flavorful. I love the combination of fruits and nuts.
sithum hasitha
[email protected]The cake was a little dry, even though I followed the recipe exactly. I think I might add some extra liquid next time.
Nohemi Ornelas
[email protected]Great success with this recipe!
Sergio Dalpra
[email protected]Followed the recipe to the letter and the cake turned out perfectly. Will definitely make this again.
Mackenna Ramsey
[email protected]I've tried many fruitcake recipes over the years, but this one is by far the best. The cake is moist and flavorful, with just the right amount of fruit and nuts. I will definitely be making this recipe again and again!
Mc Julhas
[email protected]Easy to follow instructions and a very tasty result.
Apsara Rai
[email protected]This is a great recipe! I made it for my family this Christmas and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the moist, flavorful cake and the perfect balance of fruits and nuts. I will definitely be making this again next year!