NOT YOUR GRANDMOTHER'S FRUITCAKE
Fruit cake gets a bad rap. And normally, rightfully so. Most fruitcakes are best suited as doorstops, or substitutes for dumbbells. The only bicep curl you will do with this recipe is bringing another piece to your mouth. The combination of dried fruits, bourbon and spice results in a delectable cake that also makes a great holiday present.
Provided by Zac Young
Categories Dessert
Time 1h20m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- FOR THE CAKE:.
- Heat oven to 350°F.
- In a medium pot, cook the dried fruits, bourbon and orange juice just until the fruits are plump - about four to five minutes. There will be some liquid left.
- In the bowl of a stand mixer, cream the butter and sugar on medium speed until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time. On low speed, add the dry ingredients and mix until combined. Add the orange juice bourbon and fruit mixture. Stir to combine.
- Pour batter into a bundt pan sprayed with non-stick spray. Bake at 350F for about 45 minutes until a tooth pick inserted into the cake comes out clean. Let cool.
- When cake is completely cooled, seal in an airtight container. Every two to three days, feel the cake and if dry, brush with more bourbon. Continue to baste for two weeks for maximum flavor, or eat whenever you want.
- FOR THE GLAZE:.
- Mix all glaze ingredients together and drizzle over the top of the cake.
- OPTIONAL:.
- Feel Free to use any and all dried fruits in this: chopped dried peaches, dried apples, dried pears, dates - if it's dried, it will work!
- For a chocolatey twist, add ¾ cup chopped semisweet chocolate to the batter.
- Get nutty: add pecans or hazelnuts to the batter or the top of the cake for a nutty, crunchy variation.
- Garnish the top of the cake in festive holiday style. Dried fruit slices, cinnamon sticks, red and green cherries are all seasonally appropriate.
- Traditionally, fruitcake is boozy, but feel free to use apple cider in place of the bourbon.
- I like to use a bundt pan for this but you can use a loaf pan, a 9-inch cake pan or even make fruit cake cupcakes!
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Harry Jones
[email protected]This fruitcake is a great way to use up leftover dried fruits and nuts. It's also a great gift for the holidays.
MD Fahim Sikder
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of fruitcake, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so moist and flavorful, and the fruits and nuts are perfectly balanced.
DrakuBro
[email protected]This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it. The cake is absolutely delicious.
fouji armani
[email protected]This fruitcake is so moist and flavorful. It's the perfect dessert for any occasion.
Lovely Miley
[email protected]I love the addition of the citrus zest and juice. It really brightens up the flavor of the cake.
mwamariu
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times, and it always turns out perfect. It's a great recipe for a holiday gift.
Imran Saleem
[email protected]This fruitcake is a great way to use up leftover dried fruits and nuts. It's also a great gift for the holidays.
Xolanie Masondo
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of fruitcake, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so moist and flavorful, and the fruits and nuts are perfectly balanced.
Hafid Yar
[email protected]This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it. The cake is absolutely delicious.
lahoriya
[email protected]This fruitcake is so moist and flavorful. It's the perfect dessert for any occasion.
Erin Elliott
[email protected]I love the addition of the citrus zest and juice. It really brightens up the flavor of the cake.
Shan Arain
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a holiday gift.
Nahi Khan
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times, and it always turns out perfect.
Cardi Belcalis
[email protected]This fruitcake is a great way to use up leftover dried fruits and nuts.
Adryan Simaan
[email protected]I love this recipe! The cake is always a hit with my family and friends.
Muhammad Nur Saeed
[email protected]This is the best fruitcake I've ever had! It's so moist and flavorful, and the fruits and nuts are perfectly balanced.
Juan vargas
[email protected]I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a huge fan of fruitcake, but I was pleasantly surprised. The cake was moist and flavorful, and the fruits and nuts were perfectly balanced.
Nataly Washington
[email protected]I've always been a fan of fruitcake, but this recipe takes it to a whole new level. The addition of the citrus zest and juice really brightens up the flavor.
Tab Tan
[email protected]This fruitcake is a delicious twist on a classic recipe. The combination of dried fruits, nuts, and spices is perfect, and the cake is moist and flavorful.