GRANDMA'S MOLASSES FRUITCAKE

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This dense, dark, moist fruitcake was my grandmother's recipe. The flavor just gets better and better as it sits in the fridge, so be sure to make it ahead! -Debbie Harmon, Lavina, Montana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h40m

Yield 3 loaves (16 slices each).

Number Of Ingredients 12

3-1/4 cups dried currants
2-2/3 cups raisins
1 cup chopped walnuts
2/3 cup chopped candied citron or candied lemon peel
4 cups all-purpose flour, divided
1 cup butter, softened
2 cups packed brown sugar
4 large eggs, room temperature
1 cup molasses
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon each ground cinnamon, nutmeg and cloves
1 cup strong brewed coffee

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 300°. Grease and flour three 9x5-in. loaf pans. Line bottoms with waxed paper; grease and flour the paper. Combine currants, raisins, walnuts, candied citron and 1/4 cup flour. Toss to coat; set aside., Cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Add eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in molasses. In another bowl, whisk baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves and remaining flour; add to creamed mixture alternately with coffee. Stir into currant mixture and mix well., Transfer to prepared pans. Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 1-1/4 to 1-1/2 hours. Cool in pans 10 minutes before removing to wire racks to cool completely. Wrap tightly and store in the refrigerator for at least 2 days to blend flavors. Slice and bring to room temperature before serving. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 210 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 26mg cholesterol, Sodium 79mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (28g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

Sk Foysal
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Two thumbs up!


Nyakume Nyakume
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5 stars!


m nadeem M nadeem
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This fruitcake is a keeper! I'll definitely be making it again and again.


Misrak Demissie
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I'm so glad I tried this fruitcake recipe! It's the best fruitcake I've ever had.


Dada Mostafa
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This fruitcake is delicious! I love the moist texture and the flavorful fruit.


nay winaung
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I've made this fruitcake several times now, and it always turns out perfect! It's a great recipe to have on hand for the holidays.


Latisaw Olua
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This fruitcake is a must-try for any fruitcake lover! It's the perfect balance of sweet and tart, and the molasses gives it a unique flavor that I love.


Marcus Martins
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I'm not usually a fan of fruitcake, but this one is amazing! It's not too sweet or dry, and the fruit is perfectly moist.


Darion Mitchell
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This fruitcake is so easy to make, and it's so delicious! I love the combination of flavors and textures.


Sayam Mughal
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I made this fruitcake for my family last Christmas and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it, and I've already had several requests to make it again this year.


Patrick Hany
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This fruitcake is the best I've ever had! It's so moist and flavorful, and the molasses gives it a delicious depth of flavor. I'll definitely be making this again for Christmas.


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