Best 4 New Orleans Fruitcake Recipes

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New Orleans fruitcake is a traditional holiday dessert that is known for its rich, decadent flavor and festive appearance. With its unique combination of dried fruits, nuts, spices, and rum or whiskey, this cake is a true treat that is sure to impress your friends and family. It is often served at Christmas or Mardi Gras, but it can also be enjoyed year-round as a special occasion dessert. So if you're looking for a delicious and memorable recipe to try, look no further than the New Orleans fruitcake!

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

NEW ORLEANS FRUITCAKE



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Make and share this New Orleans Fruitcake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by lkadlec

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h15m

Yield 2 loaves

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups sugar
4 eggs
2 lbs pecans
2 teaspoons vanilla
2 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 lb candied pineapple
1 lb candied cherry
1 lb candied date

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Beat eggs, sugar and vanilla until frothy;
  • Coat fruits with flour mixture (flour and baking powder).
  • Add egg mixture.
  • Line 2 loaf pans with wax paper and dump 1/2 mixture in each pan.
  • Bake in oven for 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 6709.6, Fat 338.1, SaturatedFat 31.4, Cholesterol 423, Sodium 991.8, Carbohydrate 923.5, Fiber 57.8, Sugar 768.6, Protein 69.5

NEW ORLEANS FRUITCAKE



New Orleans Fruitcake image

This cake is full of fruits and nuts. It has been a favorite of our families for thirty years.

Provided by Kiersten

Categories     Holiday Cakes

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups white sugar
4 eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
2 pounds pecan halves
1 pound candied cherries
1 pound candied pineapple
1 pound pitted dates

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). Grease and line with parchment paper two 5x9 inch loaf pans.
  • Beat together the eggs, sugar and vanilla until frothy.
  • Sift together the flour and baking powder; add to the egg mixture. Add the candied cherries, pineapple and dates.
  • Mix well and pour into loaf pans and bake for 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 529.7 calories, Carbohydrate 69.7 g, Cholesterol 31 mg, Fat 28.2 g, Fiber 5.4 g, Protein 6.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 57.5 mg, Sugar 52.8 g

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.

NEW ORLEANS FRUITCAKE



New Orleans Fruitcake image

This cake is full of fruits and nuts. It has been a favorite of our families for thirty years.

Provided by Kiersten

Categories     Holiday Cakes

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups white sugar
4 eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
2 pounds pecan halves
1 pound candied cherries
1 pound candied pineapple
1 pound pitted dates

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). Grease and line with parchment paper two 5x9 inch loaf pans.
  • Beat together the eggs, sugar and vanilla until frothy.
  • Sift together the flour and baking powder; add to the egg mixture. Add the candied cherries, pineapple and dates.
  • Mix well and pour into loaf pans and bake for 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 529.7 calories, Carbohydrate 69.7 g, Cholesterol 31 mg, Fat 28.2 g, Fiber 5.4 g, Protein 6.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 57.5 mg, Sugar 52.8 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your fruitcake.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the fruitcake tough.
  • Bake the fruitcake in a low oven. This will help to prevent it from drying out.
  • Let the fruitcake cool completely before wrapping it in cheesecloth or plastic wrap. This will help to prevent the fruitcake from becoming moldy.
  • Store the fruitcake in a cool, dry place. This will help to keep it fresh for up to several months.
  • Serve the fruitcake at room temperature. This will allow the flavors to fully develop.

Conclusion:

New Orleans fruitcake is a delicious and festive treat that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With its rich flavor and moist texture, it's sure to be a hit at your next holiday gathering. So next time you're looking for a special dessert, give New Orleans fruitcake a try. You won't be disappointed!

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