Best 4 Stained Glass Cake Fruitcake Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our exquisite Stained Glass Cake and an array of tempting fruitcake recipes. Discover the magic of the Stained Glass Cake, a visual masterpiece that combines vibrant colors and a moist, delectable texture. This stunning cake is adorned with an intricate pattern of colorful gelatin "stained glass" windows, creating a captivating presentation that is sure to impress your guests. The Stained Glass Cake is not just a feast for the eyes, but also a symphony of flavors, featuring a tender crumb, a hint of citrus, and a luscious filling.

Accompanying the Stained Glass Cake are a collection of equally enticing fruitcake recipes. Embark on a taste adventure with our Classic Fruitcake, a timeless tradition bursting with dried fruits, nuts, and a touch of warm spices. For a boozy twist, try our Rum-Soaked Fruitcake, where the rich flavors of dark rum infuse every bite. If you prefer a citrusy delight, our Orange-Scented Fruitcake is a perfect choice, offering a refreshing burst of orange zest and a moist, flavorful crumb. And for those who love a touch of elegance, our Regal Fruitcake, adorned with glace cherries, candied citrus, and a drizzle of brandy, is a true masterpiece.

These fruitcake recipes cater to every palate, from the traditionalist who cherishes the经典风味 to the adventurous baker seeking unique flavor combinations. Each recipe is meticulously crafted to ensure a moist, flavorful cake that is perfect for any occasion, whether it's a festive gathering, a special celebration, or simply a sweet treat to enjoy with loved ones.

Let's cook with our recipes!

STAINED GLASS GELATIN CAKE



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This showstopper no-bake Jell-O cake is as delicious to eat as it is pretty to look at. Cubes of Jell-O are suspended in a creamy vanilla-flavored gelatin, and then set in a jello mold to create a stained glass effect.

Provided by Rita

Categories     Desserts     Specialty Dessert Recipes     Jell-O® Desserts

Time 8h32m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 7

5 (3 ounce) packages sweetened gelatin mix (such as Jell-O®), 5 different colors
3 ½ cups boiling water, divided
3 ½ cups cold water, divided
1 (1 ounce) package unflavored gelatin powder
1 (14.1 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
1 ¼ cups double cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Place each gelatin mix in a separate bowl; stir 1/2 cup boiling water into each until completely dissolved, about 2 minutes. Stir 1/2 cup cold water into each gelatin mix; refrigerate until completely set, 4 hours to overnight.
  • Grease a 9-inch cake pan or use a silicone mold. Slice the chilled gelatin into cubes and gently toss together; tip into the prepared cake pan.
  • Pour 1 cup cold water into a bowl and sprinkle unflavored gelatin over water; let sit until dissolved, 2 to 3 minutes. Add 1 cup boiling water and stir until gelatin is dissolved.
  • Pour sweetened condensed milk into a blender or food processor. Add condensed milk, unflavored gelatin mixture and vanilla extract to the blender. Blend mixture until well combined; pour over gelatin cubes in the cake pan. Evenly distribute milk mixture using a spatula.
  • Refrigerate until set, 4 hours to overnight. Run a knife along the sides of the mold and invert cake onto a plate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 432.8 calories, Carbohydrate 61.1 g, Cholesterol 14.4 mg, Fat 17.7 g, Protein 9.4 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, Sodium 169.3 mg, Sugar 21.8 g

STAINED GLASS CAKE



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This beautiful fruit cake looks best cut into thin slices to show off the colours of the fruits and nuts. This is great to serve at Christmas time- or any time with coffee and port after dinner! An Australian cup is 250mls and a tablespoon contains 4 teaspoons. Thanks to the reviewer who pointed out my typo in the intro :-)

Provided by JustJanS

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h50m

Yield 1 cake

Number Of Ingredients 16

250 g dessert dates, stoned
125 g glace pineapple
125 g glace apricot
125 g glace cherries
125 g glace green cherries
125 g whole blanched almonds
250 g shelled brazil nuts
125 g prunes, stoned and halved
2 eggs
1/2 cup brown sugar, lightly packed
1 teaspoon vanilla essence
2 tablespoons rum (40ml)
90 g butter
1/2 cup plain flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1 pinch salt

Steps:

  • Chop the pineapple and apricots into fairly large pieces, and leave the remaining fruit and nuts whole.
  • Mix all these fruits and nuts together, then reserve a half cup of them for the topping.
  • Beat the eggs until light and fluffy, then add the sugar, vanilla essence, rum and softened butter.
  • Continue beating until well blended.
  • Sift the flour with the baking powder and salt and add with the fruit and nuts, mix thoroughly.
  • Grease a 20cm ring tin and line the base.
  • Spoon mixture evenly into the tin, arrange the reserved fruit and nuts over the top, pressing down gently.
  • Bake in a slow oven for about 1 1/2 hours or until cake is firm to touch.
  • Allow to cool for 10 minutes in the tin before turning out.
  • Store in an airtight container wrapped in foil.
  • To serve, cut into very thin slices with a very sharp knife-the thin slices show off the beautiful colours of the fruits.

BROKEN GLASS DESSERT



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When it's cut into squares, this dessert looks just like stained-glass windows. The buttery graham cracker crust pairs perfectly with the lovely creamy topping. —Kathy Crow, Cordova, Alaska

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 15 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 package (3 ounces) lime gelatin
4-1/2 cups boiling water, divided
1 package (3 ounces) strawberry gelatin
1 package (3 ounces) orange gelatin
1-1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup butter, melted
1 envelope unflavored gelatin
1/4 cup cold water
1 cup pineapple juice
1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed

Steps:

  • Combine lime gelatin and 1-1/2 cups boiling water; stir until gelatin is dissolved. Pour into a lightly greased 8x4-in. loaf pan; chill until very firm. Repeat to make the strawberry and orange gelatins in separate pans. Combine the crumbs, sugar and butter; press into a greased 13x9-in. dish. Chill. , Meanwhile, in a small bowl, soften unflavored gelatin in cold water for 5 minutes. In a small saucepan, bring pineapple juice to a boil. Stir in unflavored gelatin until dissolved. Transfer to a large bowl; set aside until room temperature, 20-30 minutes. , When flavored gelatins are firm, cut into 1/2-in. cubes. In a large bowl, whisk whipped topping into pineapple juice mixture. Gently fold 2/3 of the cubes into whipped topping mixture. Spoon over crust; top with the remaining cubes. Chill for at least 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 183 calories, Fat 4g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 86mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (29g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 3g protein.

STAINED-GLASS CAKE (FRUITCAKE)



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From the traditional to the (comparatively) new-fangled. Stained glass or bishopcakes, very popular in the UK, are so called, one presumes, because they consist almost entirely of glace fruit and nuts, and the glace fruit has something of the translucency of a stained-glass church window.

Provided by HELEN PEAGRAM

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h30m

Yield 1 cake, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 cup plain flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 lb glace pineapple
2 ounces glace pear
2 ounces glace kiwi fruit
2 ounces glace apple
2 ounces glace apricot
4 ounces glace cherries
4 ounces sultanas
4 ounces currants
2 eggs
1/3 cup brown sugar
4 ounces blanched almonds, Halved
4 ounces pecan nuts, Halved
4 ounces macadamia nuts, Halved
4 ounces brazil nuts, Halved
1/4 cup Grand Marnier or 1/4 cup Cointreau liqueur

Steps:

  • Butter a large cake tin. Line with waxed paper. Butter the paper.
  • Chop the glace fruits roughly.
  • Sift together the flour and baking powder.
  • Mix in all the fruits, together with the nuts.
  • Put the mixture into the cake tin, wet hands and press mixture down firmly.
  • Bake in a preheated 300F degree oven for 1 1/2 hours.
  • Take cake out of the oven and drizzle the Grand Marnier or Cointreau over the top.
  • Leave the cake in the oven to cool until warm, then wrap it, tin and all, in aluminum foil and refrigerate overnight. Remove from tin, peel away paper and store in airtight tin.

Tips:

  • Mise en place: Before you start baking, measure and prepare all of your ingredients. This will help you stay organized and avoid any mishaps.
  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: The better the ingredients, the better the cake will taste. If possible, use organic or locally-sourced ingredients.
  • Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy: This will help to incorporate air into the batter, resulting in a light and airy cake.
  • Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition: This will help to prevent the batter from curdling.
  • Gently fold in the flour and baking powder: Do not overmix the batter, as this can result in a tough, dense cake.
  • Bake the cake in a preheated oven: This will help to ensure that the cake bakes evenly.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting: This will help to prevent the frosting from melting.
  • Decorate the cake with your favorite frosting, candies, or fruit: Get creative and have fun!

Conclusion:

Stained glass cake is a beautiful and delicious cake that is perfect for any occasion. With its colorful layers and moist, flavorful crumb, this cake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a special cake to bake, give this stained glass cake a try. You won't be disappointed!

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