Best 10 White Fruitcake Recipes

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Indulge in the timeless classic of White Fruitcake, a delectable treat that has graced festive tables for centuries. This quintessential cake boasts a rich tapestry of flavors and textures, featuring an array of dried fruits, nuts, and spices that dance harmoniously on your palate. With its moist and dense crumb, each bite reveals a symphony of candied citrus peel, plump raisins, and crunchy walnuts, all enveloped in a warm embrace of aromatic spices. Whether you prefer a traditional rendition or a contemporary twist, this article presents a curated collection of White Fruitcake recipes that cater to every taste and preference. From the classic recipe that harkens back to Victorian England to variations that incorporate modern culinary techniques, these recipes offer a journey through time and flavor.

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HOLIDAY WHITE FRUITCAKE



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Years ago, when I attended Koloa Missionary Church in Hawaii, a friend gave me this recipe. Now I whip up at least 60 loaves for the holidays. -Eileen Sokolowski Flatt, Chandler, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h10m

Yield 4 loaves (16 piece each).

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 package (8 ounces) chopped mixed candied fruit
1-1/4 cups golden raisins
1 cup chopped walnuts, toasted
3 cups all-purpose flour, divided
2 cups butter, softened
2 cups sugar
6 large eggs, room temperature

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 275°. Line bottoms of four greased 9x5-in. loaf pans with parchment; grease parchment., In a small bowl, toss candied fruit, raisins and walnuts with 1/2 cup flour. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Gradually beat in remaining flour. Fold in fruit mixture., Transfer to prepared pans. Bake until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean, 50-60 minutes. Cool in pans 10 minutes before removing to wire racks to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 133 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 33mg cholesterol, Sodium 61mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

WHITE FRUITCAKE



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This is a fruitcake with a new twist to an old favorite...this recipe was given to me by a lady in 1972..can put in a can and cover with cheese cloth and pour your favorit wine over it and let it soak in the cake , you will love this so special fruitcake ..if you dont like fruitcake you will go wild with this one sosso good..

Provided by ann hugo

Categories     Dessert

Time 3h30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

5 whole eggs
1/2 lb butter, salted
1 cup sugar
1 3/4-2 cups sifted all-purpose flour
1 lb candied cherry, chopped
1 lb candied pineapple, chopped
4 cups broken pecans
2 tablespoons vanilla extract
2 tablespoons lemon extract

Steps:

  • cream butter well,add sugar,and cream until fluffy.
  • beat eggs well and add,blend with creamed mixture.
  • chop fruit and nuts and mix with a small amount of the flour.
  • sift remaining flour.
  • fold into creamed mixture.
  • add flavoring.
  • fold in fruits and nuts.
  • line a tube pan or loaf pans with greased wax paper.
  • pour in batter.
  • put in a cold oven and bake at 200 degrees for 3 hours.
  • loaf pans for 2 1/2 hours.
  • cool in pan on rack.
  • or bake at 300 degrees until done,about 1 1/2 hours, or until it shrinks from the pan.
  • This cake can be frozen, it makes just a little less than 5 pounds, No liquid other than the flavorings is needed.

THE ABSOLUTE BEST WHITE CHRISTMAS FRUITCAKE



The Absolute Best White Christmas Fruitcake image

This is the most ultimate fruitcake you will ever bake, please don't be afraid of making a fruitcake it is not at all hard just a little time consuming, but well worth the effort! --- this will make one 9 x 5-inch loaf and two smaller 3 x 8-inch pans --- plan ahead the fruit needs to soak in the juice for 24 hours.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h25m

Yield 3 loaf cakes

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups butter, room temperature
4 cups confectioners' sugar
8 egg yolks
1 teaspoon almond extract (or use 2 teaspoons vanilla)
2 ounces candied orange peel (or use a mixture of lemon and orange)
1 1/4 cups currants
3 cups golden raisins
1 1/2 cups candied maraschino cherries (chopped)
1 1/2 cups candied pineapple, finely chopped
2 cups chopped pecans
1 1/2 cups slivered almonds (or use 3-1/2 cups chopped pecans)
1/2 cup fresh orange juice
8 egg whites, room temperature
3 cups all-purpose flour

Steps:

  • Place the orange peel, currants, raisins, cherries and chopped candied pineapple in a large bowl.
  • Pour the orange juice over the fruit and let sit for 24 hours, mixing/tossing a couple times during the 24 hours period.
  • Line bottom of one 9 x 5-inch AND two 3 x 8-inch loaf pans with parchment paper or two sheets of wax paper.
  • Set oven to 275 degrees.
  • Place a pan of cold water directly onto the bottom of your oven.
  • In a large bowl cream butter with confectioners sugar until very smooth.
  • Add in the egg yolks and almond or vanilla extract; beat until combined.
  • Stir in the soaked fruit and the juice along with nuts.
  • Using a wooden spoon stir in the flour.
  • In a clean dry bowl beat the egg whites until firm peaks form; fold into the batter.
  • Fill the large pan and the two smaller pans about two-thirds full.
  • Bake for 2 to 2-1/2 hours or until golden brown, the smaller pans will take less time to bake (or until a toothpick comes out clean when inserted in the middle).
  • Let cool in pans on a rack.
  • Remove cakes from pan; peel of parchment.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 3844.8, Fat 215.7, SaturatedFat 88.7, Cholesterol 828.8, Sodium 1083.2, Carbohydrate 457.5, Fiber 27, Sugar 308.5, Protein 56.1

MRS. HARVEY'S WHITE FRUITCAKE RECIPE - (3.8/5)



Mrs. Harvey's White Fruitcake Recipe - (3.8/5) image

Provided by PatN

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 c. shelled pecans
1 pound candied cherries
1 pound candied pineapple
1 3/4 c. flour
1/2 pound butter
1 c. sugar
5 large eggs
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 to 2 ounces vanilla extract
1/2 to 2 ounces lemon extract
apricot brandy

Steps:

  • Chop nuts and fruit in medium size pieces; dredge with 1/4 c. flour. Cream butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs. Sift together remaining flour and baking powder; fold into butter - egg mixture. Stir in vanilla and lemon extracts. Blend in fruit and nuts. Grease a 10 inch tube pan. Line with parchment, waxed paper or foil; grease again. Pour batter into prepared pan or pans. Place in cold oven and bake at 250 degrees for 2 1/2 to 3 hours or 2 hours in 8 1/2 x 4 1/2 inch loaf pans. Check cakes 1 hour before done, again in 30 min. When done, remove from oven; cool in pans or cake rack. Makes 5 pounds of fruitcake. NOTE; In 4 1/2 x 2 1/2 x 1 1/2 inch baby loaf pans. bake for about 1 hr. For 1 pound cakes in 2 pound coffee cans, bake about 2 hours. In 5 ounce custard cups, the baking time is about 1 hr.. And in ungreased foil bonbon cups, baking time is about 30 min. When fruitcake time rolls around, she tosses out her can of baking powder and buys a fresh one. "You don't want to mess up the fruitcake because the baking powder isn't right," she cautions. She prefers loaf pans to tube pans. She likes 2 ounces each of vanilla and lemon extract. While the cakes are cooling on a wire rack, she uses a small paintbrush- reserved for fruitcake garnishing only - to slather on apricot brandy. After wrapping the cooled fruitcakes in 2 sheets of aluminum foil, she begins what she calls a "ripening" process. For the next 2 weeks, the cakes are basted in brandy and kept at room temp. Then into Frig for chilling and easier slicing.

WHITE HOUSE FRUITCAKE



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Pastry chef Roland Mesnier has updated the version of the fruitcake made at the White House for many years.

Provided by Marian Burros

Categories     dessert

Time 1h30m

Yield 3 loaf cakes

Number Of Ingredients 29

1 15-ounce package raisins
2 cups golden raisins
1 cup currants
10 ounces mixed candied fruits
1 6-ounce mixture of glazed pears, peaches, apricots, figs and dates, cut up
1/3 cup candied pineapple
1 cup chopped pecans
4 ounces slivered almonds
1/2 cup bourbon or Port
1/4 cup brandy
1/2 pound butter
1/3 cup firmly packed brown sugar
1/4 cup granulated sugar
2 tablespoons honey
1 1/3 cup sifted all-purpose flour
Grated rind of 2 lemons
1/4 teaspoon almond extract
1/4 teaspoon vanilla
5 eggs
1 cup sifted cake flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1 12-ounce jar apricot preserves
1/2 cup rum
6 to 8 tablespoons bourbon
1 pound confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons softened butter

Steps:

  • Combine the raisins, currants, candied fruits, glazed fruits, candied pineapple, pecans and almonds with the bourbon and brandy in a large bowl. Refrigerate overnight, or if possible, for two days.
  • Beat the butter, brown sugar, granulated sugar, honey, one-third cup of all-purpose flour, grated lemon rind, almond and vanilla extracts until well blended. Beat in eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  • Sift together one cup of all-purpose flour, one cup of cake flour, salt, baking powder, nutmeg and cinnamon together. Add to the batter and beat until well mixed. Combine batter with the fruit and nut mixture, mixing well.
  • Grease three 8 1/2-by-4 1/2-by-2 1/2-inch pans. Line the bottoms and sides with aluminum foil; grease the foil. Spoon the batter into the prepared pans, smoothing tops.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for one hour or until the centers spring back when lightly pressed. If tops are browning too fast, cover lightly with buttered foil.
  • While the cakes are baking, bring the apricot preserves to a hard boil and boil for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, to reduce.
  • Remove the cakes from the oven and while they are still hot, sprinkle with the rum. Then brush with the hot apricot jam.
  • Mix enough bourbon with confectioners' sugar and butter to make a frosting that is thin enough to spread on top of the apricot jam while the cakes are still warm.
  • Cool cakes in pans on wire rack. Allow frosting to dry. Remove cakes from pans; peel off foil. Cool completely. Wrap in plastic and refrigerate. Cake should be sliced chilled.

WHITE CHOCOLATE FRUITCAKE BARS



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These cookie bars are studded with the best parts of traditional fruitcake (orange zest and dried fruit) and spiced up with lots of fresh ginger. The white chocolate drizzle creates a blank canvas that's perfect for sprinkles and/or sanding sugar.

Provided by Tara O'Brady

Categories     Cookies     Holiday 2018     Dessert     Butter     Almond     Egg     Orange     Ginger     Vanilla     Cranberry     Coconut     Chocolate     White Chocolate     Christmas     Bake

Yield Makes about 30

Number Of Ingredients 19

For the Shortbread:
1 1/4 cups (2 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened, plus more for pan
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup almond flour or meal
1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. kosher salt
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 Tbsp. finely grated orange zest
1 Tbsp. freshly grated ginger (from one 3" piece)
2 tsp. vanilla extract
1 cup dried cranberries, finely chopped
3/4 cup unsweetened coconut flakes or coconut chips
2 oz. white chocolate, coarsely chopped
For the Glaze and Assembly:
8 oz. white chocolate, finely chopped, or white chocolate chips
1 Tbsp. virgin coconut oil
1/2 tsp. kosher salt
Sprinkles and/or sanding sugar (for sprinkling)

Steps:

  • Make the Shortbread:
  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Line an 8" square metal pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on all sides. Butter parchment.
  • Whisk flour, almonds, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl.
  • Using an electric mixer on medium-high speed (or use a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment), beat granulated sugar and 1 1/4 cups butter in a large bowl, scraping down sides, until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes. Reduce mixer speed to medium, add egg, and beat until incorporated, about 1 minute more. Scrape down sides of bowl. Reduce mixer speed to low and beat in orange zest, ginger, and vanilla.
  • With the mixer running on low speed, add dry ingredients and beat just until combined with some visible flour remaining. Add cranberries, coconut, and chocolate. Beat just until incorporated. Scrape down sides of bowl, then fold dough once or twice with a spatula.
  • Scrape dough into prepared pan. Using dampened fingers or a damp offset spatula, press dough evenly into pan. Bake shortbread until lightly golden brown and set, 25-30 minutes. Transfer pan to a wire rack and let cool.
  • Do Ahead: Shortbread can be baked 2 days ahead. Store airtight at room temperature.
  • Make the Glaze and Assemble:
  • Heat chocolate, oil, and salt in a small heatproof bowl in a microwave, stirring every 30 seconds, until smooth and glossy, about 1 minute total. Set aside 2 Tbsp. glaze, then pour remaining glaze over cooled shortbread in pan, spreading to the edges. Let sit at room temperature until set (if you're impatient, chill 10-15 minutes).
  • Run a paring knife around edge of pan to release, then remove shortbread from pan using parchment overhang. Slice into bars. To slice into diamonds, cut into five 1 1/2" strips, then slice each strip on the bias into 1" diamonds.
  • Rewarm reserved glaze and drizzle over bars in stripes with a spoon. Top with sprinkles. Let sit at room temperature until set (or chill for 8-10 minutes).
  • Do Ahead: Bars can be made 5 days ahead. Store airtight at room temperature.

MAKEOVER WHITE FRUITCAKE



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A beloved fruitcake recipe has been passed down through the generations, and I've made it lighter and brighter. I remember my mother making this every December-it just wouldn't be Christmas in our home without it. -Judy Grebetz, Racine, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h50m

Yield 20 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

3/4 cup red candied cherries
3/4 cup green candied cherries
1-1/4 cups brandy, divided
6 large eggs, separated
2 large egg whites
1/2 cup butter, softened
1-1/2 cups sugar
4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
1-1/2 cups sliced almonds
1-1/2 cups golden raisins
3/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine cherries and 1/4 cup brandy; let stand overnight. Place eight egg whites in a large bowl; let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes., In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until well blended. Add egg yolks, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in remaining brandy. Gradually add flour to creamed mixture alternately with applesauce., With clean beaters, beat egg whites until stiff peaks form; fold into batter. Fold in the cherry mixture, almonds, raisins and coconut. Gently spoon into a 10-in. tube pan with removable bottom coated with cooking spray. Bake at 300° for 1-1/2 to 1-3/4 hours or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean., Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 352 calories, Fat 11g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 75mg cholesterol, Sodium 80mg sodium, Carbohydrate 56g carbohydrate (33g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

MODERN TWIST ON FRUITCAKE W/ WHITE CHOCOLATE CREAM CHEESE ICING



Modern Twist on Fruitcake W/ White Chocolate Cream Cheese Icing image

Make and share this Modern Twist on Fruitcake W/ White Chocolate Cream Cheese Icing recipe from Food.com.

Provided by TenderLovingCare

Categories     Breads

Time 1h20m

Yield 1 loaf, 12-16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 cups flour
3/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
4 eggs
1 cup butter, softened
2 tablespoons milk
1/4 cup rum
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup chopped pecans
1/3 cup chopped dates
1/2 cup chopped dried cranberries
1/2 cup chopped dried cherries
1/2-1 cup chocolate chips
5 ounces white chocolate or 5 ounces almond bark
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup butter, softened
1 teaspoon lemon juice

Steps:

  • Beat butter, sugar, salt, eggs, milk, rum, and baking powder till well mixed.
  • Add in flour and mix well.
  • Gently fold in the fruit, nuts, and chocolate chips.
  • Pour into a buttered and floured 9 1/2" by 5 1/2" bread pan.
  • Bake in preheated 350°F oven until browned or about 60-75 minutes.
  • Let stand in pan a few minutes then remove and place on rack to cool completely.
  • While cooling melt white chocolate over a double boiler or in the microwave.
  • Combine frosting ingredients and beat well with mixer.
  • Frost cool cake and let it flow over the sides.
  • Can garnish with leftover fruit, nuts, or maraschino cherries cut into shapes.
  • Freezes well but I prefer mine without the icing until it's thawed or it ends up separating and getting icky.

WHITE FRUITCAKE



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Light and lemony, this fruit and nut cake will be welcomed by fruitcake haters and lovers alike!It's not too late to make fruitcake. Join me on Day Two of the 12 Days of Baking.

Provided by admin

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 cups chopped, mixed, dried and candied fruit
3 Tablespoons Limoncello
1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2` cup sugar
2 large eggs
1/2 cup milk
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Combine the mixed fruit and Limoncello and let sit at least 4 hours or overnight.
  • Preheat oven to 300 degrees. Grease 6 mini Bundt-style or large muffin cups.
  • Using an electric mixer, beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in the milk.
  • Fold in the flour. Add the mixed fruit mixture and nuts.
  • Divide batter between the pans, and bake for about 55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Let cool in pans for 10 minutes. Turn out onto a wire rack and cool completely. Wrap each cake in cheesecloth soaked in juice or brandy.Wrap in foil and keep in refrigerator or other cool place for up to 2 months. Cheesecloth may need additional liquid added each week.

WHITE FRUITCAKE



White Fruitcake image

This is not your traditional fruit cake. This is made with a white cake mix. Extra moist, and tasty. Great for gift giving. Change people's minds about fruitcake.

Provided by children from A to Z

Categories     Dessert

Time 55m

Yield 2 loaves

Number Of Ingredients 6

18 1/4 ounces white cake mix
2/3 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
2 egg whites
1 1/2 cups chopped candied fruit
1 1/2 cups chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • In a large bowl, beat cake mix, oil, condensed milk, and egg whites on low with electric mixer, until moistened; increase speed to high and beat for 2 minutes.
  • Stir in fruit and pecans.
  • Spoon batter into 2 greased and floured 5x9-inch loaf pans.
  • Bake for 40 to 45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the middle comes out clean.
  • Cool in pans for 10 minutes.
  • Remove from pans and cool completely on a wire rack.
  • Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 2581, Fat 166.7, SaturatedFat 22.9, Cholesterol 26, Sodium 1883.1, Carbohydrate 256.6, Fiber 10.2, Sugar 187.2, Protein 28.9

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: The better the ingredients, the better the fruitcake will be. Use fresh, ripe fruit, unsalted butter, and good-quality flour.
  • Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy: This will help to incorporate air into the batter, making the fruitcake light and airy.
  • Gradually add the eggs: Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. This will help to prevent the batter from curdling.
  • Fold in the fruit and nuts: Be gentle when folding in the fruit and nuts. Overmixing will result in a tough fruitcake.
  • Bake the fruitcake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean: The baking time will vary depending on the size of the fruitcake.

Conclusion:

White fruitcake is a delicious and festive holiday treat. It is easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With a little planning and care, you can make a white fruitcake that will be the star of your holiday table.

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