GUMDROP FRUITCAKE

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Make and share this Gumdrop Fruitcake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Dienia B.

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 3h

Yield 2 loaves

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 cups flour
2 teaspoons cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon clove
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup raisins
1 cup gumdrop
1 cup dates
1/2 cup nuts
2 cups shortening
1 cup sugar
1 cup brown sugar
4 eggs
2 cups applesauce
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon vanilla

Steps:

  • cream shortening and sugar
  • add eggs
  • beat
  • add applesauce with soda and vanilla mixed in
  • mix spices and flour in another bowl
  • cut dates chop nuts take out black gumdrop.
  • add these to flour mixture as well as raisins
  • mix well.
  • add to creamed mixture
  • pour into wellgreased loaf pans
  • bake at 300 degrees for 2 hours
  • darlenes recipe says 45 to 60 minutes fin 350 degree oven
  • iwould go with lower heat.

Jaydine Lee
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Overall, I think this gumdrop fruitcake is a pretty good recipe. It's easy to make and it tastes delicious. I would definitely recommend it to others.


KIYIMBA MED
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This fruitcake is too sweet for my taste. I think I'll try making it with less sugar next time.


Rajiv Seereeram
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I'm not sure how I feel about this fruitcake. It's definitely unique, but I'm not sure if I like the flavor.


Mimi Green
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This fruitcake is a bit pricey to make, but it's worth it. It's so delicious and festive.


Wyatt Foster
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I've never made fruitcake before, but this recipe looks so easy to follow. I'm definitely going to give it a try.


Md Labu
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This fruitcake is the perfect dessert to serve at a holiday party. It's festive, delicious, and easy to make.


Khurram Ghumman
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I love the addition of gumdrops to this fruitcake. It gives it a unique and delicious flavor.


Amisha Shradananda
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This recipe is a keeper! I'll definitely be making this fruitcake again.


Ann Heyes
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I'm thinking of making this gumdrop fruitcake for my next holiday party. It looks so festive!


Faiza Khan
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This fruitcake is a great way to use up leftover gumdrops. It's also a fun and festive treat to serve at holiday parties.


Celishia Williams
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I'm not a big fan of fruitcake, but I have to say that this gumdrop fruitcake is pretty good!


Fida
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This fruitcake didn't turn out as well as I had hoped. I think I overbaked it.


Auleria Sikuro
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I found the texture of this fruitcake to be a bit too dense. I think it would have been better if I had used a lighter flour.


Gabriel A. Garcia Cordova
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This fruitcake is a bit too sweet for my taste, but I think it would be perfect for someone who likes their desserts on the sweeter side.


John Pickett
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I can't wait to try this gumdrop fruitcake! It looks so delicious.


Adam Thon
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This recipe is so easy to follow. Even a beginner baker can make this fruitcake.


MdAbdullah Ahmed pro
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I love the festive colors of this fruitcake! It's so pretty and cheerful.


Asli Asli
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This fruitcake is so moist and flavorful! The gumdrops add a nice touch of sweetness, and the dried fruits and nuts give it a chewy texture.


Adnan Chowdhuri
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I've been making this gumdrop fruitcake for years, and it's always a hit with my family and friends. It's the perfect dessert to serve at Christmas or any other special occasion.


Davidy Joshua
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This gumdrop fruitcake is a delightful holiday treat! The combination of sweet gumdrops, dried fruits, and nuts gives it a unique and festive flavor. I especially love the crunch of the walnuts and pecans.