Best 3 Ice Box Fruitcake Recipes

If you're looking for a holiday treat that's both delicious and easy to make, look no further than ice box fruitcake. This festive dessert is made with a combination of dried fruits, nuts, and spices, and is held together with a simple custard filling. The result is a moist, flavorful cake that's perfect for enjoying with family and friends. With just a few simple ingredients and a little time, you can create a delicious ice box fruitcake that will be the star of your holiday table.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

ICE BOX FRUITCAKE

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I don't know if this is a regional dish or what ... but NO ONE I talk to seems to have ever heard of it except the people in my family... and most people act like it's sooooo ODD ... but it's really yummy and it's really simple common ingredients ...

Provided by Elaine Harper

Categories Desserts Fruit Dessert Recipes Cherry Dessert Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 14

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1 cup chopped pecans
1 cup chopped walnuts
1 cup chopped raisins
1 (4 ounce) jar maraschino cherries, drained and chopped
1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
1 (12 ounce) package vanilla wafers, crushed

Steps:

In a medium bowl, stir together the pecans, raisins, walnuts, cherries, condensed milk and vanilla wafers. Dough will be very thick, you will need to use your hands.
Form dough into a ring shape on top of a dinner plate. Wrap in many layers of plastic wrap and/or aluminum foil. Allow to age in the refrigerator for at least a week. The flavors will have a chance to blend and all of the milk will be absorbed into the cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 356.4 calories, Carbohydrate 46.2 g, Cholesterol 9.5 mg, Fat 18.2 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 5.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 110.5 mg, Sugar 22.7 g

ICE BOX FRUITCAKE

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My stepmother made this fruitcake when I was a girl (that was a long,long time ago!)And I asked her if she would send me the recipe some years ago. So the recipe you see if from her to me. She is still living at age 93.

Provided by Shirley Makekau

Categories Fruit Desserts

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1 lb graham crackers
1 box seedless raisins
1 pkg dates
1/2 lb candied cherries
1/4 lb candied pineapple
1 lb mixed fruit
1 qt shelled pecans or walnuts
3/4 lb marshmallows
1/2 stick butter (oleo)
1 can(s) eagle brand milk
1 tsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp nutmeg
1/4 tsp mace

Steps:

1. Crush graham crackers very fine( in those days I used graham crackers but today I would use 1 pound graham cracker crumbs.
2. Chop and combine fruits and nuts
3. Heat butter, Eagle brand milk and marshmallows until marshmallows melt
4. Mix graham cracker crumbs with fruit and nuts, add spices and combine with Eagle Brand milk and marshmallow mixture. Mix well and pack in pan that has been lined with plastic wrap or cheese cloth. The mixture will be very sticky and I used my hands to mix as soon as the hot mixture cooled enough. Cake will keep indefinitely in the refrigerator Also in those days plastic wrap was not avaiable. Note: my step mom would wrap the fruit cake in the cheesecloth and then pour some brandy over it. I mix a little brandy extract in while mixing the whole thing together. This fruit cake tastes just like "Claxton Fruit Cake" if you've ever had any.

CAROLYN'S ICE BOX FRUITCAKE

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This is my family's favorite fruitcake. Even people who don't care for fruitcake seem to like this one. The chill time is included in the cook time. NOTE Vegetarians should use vegetarian marshmallows.

Provided by Mysterygirl

Categories Dessert

Time 4h10m

Yield 1 loaf, 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

2 cups chopped pecans
16 ounces graham cracker crumbs
1 cup coconut
1/4 cup candied cherry, chopped
1/4 cup candied pineapple, chopped
8 large marshmallows or 8 large vegetarian marshmallows
1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk

Steps:

Combined graham cracker crumbs, coconut, cherries, pecans and pineapple in large bowl.
Mix well.
Mix marshmallows& milk in top of a double boiler.
Stir constantly until marshmallows are melted.
Pour over dry mixture and stir till well blended.
Line loaf pan with foil.
Press fruit cake mixture into pan forming a loaf.
Chill for at least 3-4 hours.
Slice and enjoy.

Tips:

Use a variety of fruits: This will give your icebox fruitcake a more complex flavor and texture.
Chop the fruits into small pieces: This will help them to distribute evenly throughout the cake.
Use a light hand when mixing the batter: Overmixing can toughen the cake.
Be patient: Icebox fruitcake needs time to develop its flavor. It's best to let it rest for at least 24 hours before serving.
Store the cake in a cool, dry place: This will help it to keep its freshness.

Conclusion:

Icebox fruitcake is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its variety of fruits and nuts, it's sure to be a hit with everyone. So next time you're looking for a special treat, give icebox fruitcake a try. You won't be disappointed!