APPLE FRUITCAKE

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I love traditional fruitcake, but the rest of my family does not. The apple version I came up with got everyone's seal of approval.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h30m

Yield 1 loaf (14 slices).

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 medium tart apples, peeled and chopped
1/4 cup orange juice
1 cup sugar
2 eggs
1/3 cup canola oil
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 cup red and/or green candied cherries, quartered
1 package (6 ounces) dried apricots, chopped
1 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine apples and orange juice; set aside. In a large bowl, beat the sugar, eggs, oil and vanilla until well blended. Combine the flour, salt, baking powder, cinnamon, baking soda and nutmeg; add to sugar mixture just until blended. Fold in the cherries, apricots, walnuts and apple mixture., Transfer to a greased and floured 9x5-in. loaf pan. Bake at 350° for 55-65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool completely. Cut with a serrated knife.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 298 calories, Fat 12g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 30mg cholesterol, Sodium 142mg sodium, Carbohydrate 46g carbohydrate (31g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

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This is the best apple fruitcake recipe I've ever tried. It's moist, flavorful, and the perfect holiday treat.


Michelle Alexander
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I've made this fruitcake several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Azad Mazari
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This is my new go-to fruitcake recipe. It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfect.


Nakandi Sharifah
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This fruitcake was a hit at my party! Everyone loved it.


arina soon
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I'm not a fan of fruitcake, but this one was actually really good. I would definitely make it again.


Lilly Kimpton
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This is the best fruitcake I've ever had. Thank you for sharing the recipe!


Salbre George
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Wow! This fruitcake is amazing! I can't believe how easy it was to make.


Wisley Isinta
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This fruitcake is so moist and flavorful. It's the perfect holiday treat.


Effervescent Crone (Full up on Crazy)
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The cake was delicious, but I found it to be a little too sweet for my taste. I would recommend using less sugar next time.


Sam Prosper
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I love how easy this recipe is to follow. I'm not a baker, but I was able to make this fruitcake without any problems.


Ukasha Afzal
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I followed the recipe exactly and the fruitcake turned out perfectly. It was a big hit at my holiday party.


Heather Woodmansee
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This apple fruitcake was divine! The flavor was perfect and the texture was moist and dense. I would definitely make this again.