Best 5 Festive Fruitcake Ii Recipes

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Festive Fruitcake II is a traditional holiday treat that is enjoyed by many families across the world. This rich and flavorful cake is typically made with a variety of dried fruits, nuts, and spices, and is often soaked in rum or brandy for added flavor. If you are looking for a delicious and festive recipe to share with your loved ones this holiday season, look no further than Festive Fruitcake II.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

FESTIVE FRUITCAKES



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Having made this fruitcake for many years, I can promise you it's so much better than anything you'll find in the stores.-Kathy Leichty, Elkhart, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h10m

Yield 3 loaves (16 slices each).

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 large eggs
2 cups water
2 packages (15.4 ounces each) nut quick bread mix
3 cups mixed candied fruit
2 cups chopped pecans
2 cups raisins

Steps:

  • Line three 8x4-in. loaf pans with foil and grease the foil; set aside. In a large bowl, combine eggs and water. Stir in the bread mixes, candied fruit, pecans and raisins. Pour into prepared pans. , Bake at 350° for 60-65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 30 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks. Carefully remove foil. Wrap in plastic or foil. Store in the refrigerator for several days to mellow. Cut with a serrated knife.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 176 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 110mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

FESTIVE FRUITCAKE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 1h55m

Yield 36 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

Crisco® Flour No-Stick Spray
2 cups water
1/4 cup Crisco® Pure Vegetable Oil
2 large eggs
2 (16.6 oz.) pkgs. Pillsbury® Date Quick Bread
2 cups pecan halves
2 cups raisins
2 cups candied cherries, halved
1 cup cut-up candied pineapple
1/4 cup Smucker's® Apple Jelly or Smucker's® Red Raspberry Fruit Syrup
Additional cherries and pecans for garnish if desired

Steps:

  • HEAT oven to 350 degrees F. Spray bottom and sides of 12-cup fluted tube pan or 10-inch tube pan with flour no-stick cooking spray.
  • COMBINE water, oil and eggs in large bowl. Beat well. Add quick bread mix, pecans, raisins, cherries and pineapple. Stir with spoon until combined. Pour into prepared pan.
  • BAKE 1 hour 25 minutes to 1 hour 35 minutes or until golden brown and toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 30 minutes. Remove from pan. Cool 1 hour longer or until completely cooled.
  • WRAP tightly in plastic wrap or foil. Refrigerate at least 8 hours. Store in refrigerator for up to 2 weeks or in freezer for up to 3 months.
  • Just before serving: HEAT jelly or syrup in microwave 10 seconds or until melted and smooth. Brush over fruitcake. Garnish with additional cherries and pecans, if desired.

FESTIVE FRUITCAKE II



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This is designed for people who don't like fruitcake. It is not as sweet or as dry. My husband hated fruitcake until he had mine.

Provided by Diane Mick

Categories     Holiday Cakes

Yield 14

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 eggs
2 cups water
1 (16 ounce) package date bread mix
2 cups chopped pecans
2 cups raisins
3 (8 ounce) packages mixed candied fruit

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour bottom and sides of a 10 inch tube pan or Bundt pan.
  • In a large bowl, combine eggs and water. Stir in bread mix, chopped pecans, raisins, and candied fruit. Pour into prepared pan.
  • Bake for 75 to 85 minutes, or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
  • Cool in pan for 30 minutes. Loosen edges and remove from pan. Cool completely. Wrap in plastic wrap or foil and store in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 465.1 calories, Carbohydrate 86.4 g, Cholesterol 26.6 mg, Fat 13.3 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 4.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 135.8 mg, Sugar 27.7 g

FESTIVE FRUITCAKE I



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This is a large recipe that is rich and dark. Make a few weeks ahead of time. Apple juice can be substituted for orange juice. Originally submitted to CakeRecipe.com.

Provided by Carol

Categories     Desserts     Cakes     Holiday Cake Recipes

Yield 48

Number Of Ingredients 22

12 cups raisins
3 cups dried currants
2 pounds candied mixed fruit
1 pound candied cherries
1 (16 ounce) jar maraschino cherries, drained
1 ¼ cups dates, pitted and chopped
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups butter, softened
2 cups white sugar
12 egg yolks
1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple with juice
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
4 teaspoons cocoa
4 teaspoons ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons ground nutmeg
1 cup orange juice
4 cups whole or chopped walnuts
12 egg whites

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 275 degrees F (135 degrees C). Grease four 9 x 5 x 3 inch loaf pans, and then line with brown paper or foil. Grease again.
  • In a large container stir raisins, currants, candied fruit mix, candied cherries, maraschino cherries, dates, and 1 cup flour together until all the fruit is well coated with flour.
  • Measure 2 1/4 cup flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cocoa, cinnamon, and nutmeg into a medium bowl. Stir to mix.
  • In a very large bowl, cream the butter or margarine with the sugar. Beat in egg yolks three at a time. Stir in pineapple with juice and vanilla. Add flour mixture in 3 parts alternately with fruit juice in 2 parts to the creamed mixture, beginning and ending with flour mixture. Stir in walnuts.
  • In another bowl, beat egg whites until stiff. Fold egg whites into batter, and stir in fruit gently. Divide batter among pans. Smooth.
  • Bake for about 3 hours until an inserted wooden pick comes out clean.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 466.6 calories, Carbohydrate 82.4 g, Cholesterol 71.5 mg, Fat 15.6 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 5.8 g, SaturatedFat 5.9 g, Sodium 174 mg, Sugar 45.6 g

FESTIVE FRUITCAKE II



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This is designed for people who don't like fruitcake. It is not as sweet or as dry. My husband hated fruitcake until he had mine.

Provided by Diane Mick

Categories     Holiday Cakes

Yield 14

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 eggs
2 cups water
1 (16 ounce) package date bread mix
2 cups chopped pecans
2 cups raisins
3 (8 ounce) packages mixed candied fruit

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour bottom and sides of a 10 inch tube pan or Bundt pan.
  • In a large bowl, combine eggs and water. Stir in bread mix, chopped pecans, raisins, and candied fruit. Pour into prepared pan.
  • Bake for 75 to 85 minutes, or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
  • Cool in pan for 30 minutes. Loosen edges and remove from pan. Cool completely. Wrap in plastic wrap or foil and store in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 465.1 calories, Carbohydrate 86.4 g, Cholesterol 26.6 mg, Fat 13.3 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 4.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 135.8 mg, Sugar 27.7 g

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: The better the ingredients, the better the fruitcake will be. Use fresh fruits, nuts, and spices, and high-quality butter and sugar.
  • Soak the fruits in alcohol: This will help to plump them up and add flavor to the cake. You can use any type of alcohol you like, but rum, brandy, or whiskey are all good choices.
  • Cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy: This will help to incorporate air into the batter and make the cake light and tender.
  • Add the eggs one at a time: This will help to prevent the batter from curdling.
  • Stir in the dry ingredients gradually: This will help to prevent the batter from becoming lumpy.
  • Bake the cake in a low oven: This will help to prevent the cake from browning too quickly.
  • Let the cake cool completely before frosting it: This will help to prevent the frosting from melting.
  • Store the cake in a cool, dry place: The cake will keep for up to 2 weeks at room temperature, or for up to 6 months in the freezer.

Conclusion:

Fruitcake is a classic holiday treat that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a delicious and festive way to celebrate the season. With a little planning and effort, you can make a fruitcake that will be the star of your holiday table.

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