SPICED RUM FRUITCAKE

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This fruitcake not only can be made weeks ahead, it tastes better that way! You can substitute Brazil nuts, pecans and hazelnuts for the walnuts-or use a combination of nuts. -Jason Boor, Manchester, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h40m

Yield 1 loaf (16 slices).

Number Of Ingredients 10

3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups chopped walnuts
1 package (8 ounces) pitted dates, chopped
1 cup maraschino cherries, halved
1/2 cup dried mangoes, chopped
3 large eggs, room temperature
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 cup spiced rum, divided

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 300°. Line a 9x5-in. loaf pan with parchment, letting ends extend up sides of pan; grease and set aside., In a large bowl, mix the flour, baking powder and salt. Add the walnuts, dates, cherries and mangoes; toss to coat. In a small bowl, whisk the eggs, brown sugar and 1/2 cup rum until blended; stir into fruit mixture. Transfer to prepared pan., Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 1-1/4 to 1-1/2 hours. Cool in pan on a wire rack 20 minutes. Slowly pour remaining rum over cake. Cool completely. Wrap tightly and store in a cool, dry place overnight. Cut with a serrated knife.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 256 calories, Fat 11g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 96mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

Mohammed Abd elkader
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my fruitcake turned out terrible. I'm very disappointed.


Ruzaan Raja
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This fruitcake is the worst I've ever tasted.


MH MITHU
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I would not recommend this fruitcake recipe to anyone.


Siphosethu Sethu
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This fruitcake is not worth the time or effort. It's bland and unappetizing.


Mohsin Aziz
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my fruitcake turned out dry and crumbly.


Tahamina sultana
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This fruitcake was a disappointment. It was dry, dense, and lacked flavor.


Fuego TheWindowMan
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I highly recommend this fruitcake recipe. It's a delicious and easy-to-make holiday treat.


Khadija Telecom
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This fruitcake is the perfect holiday treat. It's moist, flavorful, and full of festive spices.


Farhan Tajuddiin
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I've never made fruitcake before, but this recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing.


Akinola Waliyat
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This fruitcake is easy to make and so delicious. I will definitely be making it again.


Baizid Khan
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I made this fruitcake for my family, and they all loved it. It was a great way to use up some of the leftover fruit from our Thanksgiving feast.


Annalupe Knott
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This fruitcake is so delicious! I love the combination of spices and fruit, and the rum gives it a wonderful flavor.


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


Kyakuwaire Phiona
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This fruitcake was a hit at my holiday party! It was moist, flavorful, and the perfect addition to our festive spread.