DAD'S FRUITCAKE
My mum would make one of these cakes every week so my dad could take a piece to work with him every day. In common with all fruitcakes, it tastes far better a week after making as it tends to be very dry for the first couple of days. The loaf tin is about 8x4 inches and about 2 inches deep. The amount of milk can be adjusted if the mixture seems a bit dry. Hmmm, my scribbled copy of the recipe calls for "enough fruit". This makes perfect sense to me, knowing how big a well the food mixer leaves in the centre of the dough but I'd be inclined to translate this as about 2 cups worth. I think that, once it's all mixed in, the mixture tends to look as though its about 60%dough and 40% fruit - but feel free to change this to your own taste.
Provided by Chef Hels
Categories Dessert
Time 1h35m
Yield 1 loaf
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Put everything*except* the milk and the fruit in a food mixer and mix well for about 5 minutes- the mixture will be quite stiff.
- Add milk and mix well.
- Mix in fruit by hand.
- It's normally easier to add the fruit a little bit at a time.
- Bake in the top of a preheated oven at gas mark 4, 180 degC, 350 degF for about 1 1/4 hours.
- Check after 1 hour- if a knife poked into the cake comes out clean, the cake is fully cooked.
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Amani Bob
[email protected]Yum!
Ahmed Sule
[email protected]This fruitcake is not for everyone, but I personally love it! It's a dense and flavorful cake that's perfect for a holiday party.
Antonio Washington
[email protected]This fruitcake is a bit dry, but the flavor is good.
Saleshni Mani
[email protected]This fruitcake is a bit too sweet for my taste, but it's still a good recipe.
Anto Masereka
[email protected]This fruitcake is dense and flavorful. It's perfect for a holiday party.
Chikamso Nancy
[email protected]This fruitcake is a classic! It's always a hit at Christmas. I love the way the fruit and nuts complement each other.
Kazi Mobasser
[email protected]This fruitcake is delicious! It's the perfect combination of moist cake and chewy fruit. I love the addition of nuts, it gives it a nice crunch.
Unzila Shake
[email protected]I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of fruitcake, but I was pleasantly surprised! This cake is moist and flavorful, and the fruit is perfectly balanced. I will definitely be making this again.
RAKIB HASSEN
[email protected]This fruitcake is a labor of love, but it's worth it! It takes a few days to make, but the end result is a delicious and festive cake that's perfect for the holidays.
Claudine Manakas
[email protected]I've tried many fruitcake recipes over the years, but this one is by far the best. It's easy to make and always turns out perfectly. I love that it's not too sweet, and the fruit is always moist and flavorful.
Rion Shanto
[email protected]This fruitcake is a family tradition! It's always a hit at Christmas. It's moist and flavorful, and the fruit is perfectly balanced. I love the addition of nuts, it gives it a nice crunch.