CHOCOLATE-DIPPED APRICOT FRUITCAKES
Here's a hint about this recipe: Don't call it fruitcake when you serve it. People who aren't normally fans will be delighted with these chocolate-coated cake squares. The moist cake is packed with apricots, dates, raisins and more. -Jackie Jegla, Sanford, Michigan
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h45m
Yield 4 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Grease and flour two 13x9-in. baking pans. Line the bottoms with waxed paper; set aside. Combine the apricots, pecans, dates, raisins and 1/2 cup flour; set aside. , In a large bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Add the apricot nectar, honey, cream and lemon juice; beat well (mixture will appear curdled)., Combine the baking powder, cinnamon, salt, allspice and remaining flour; add to the creamed mixture and mix well. Add apricot mixture and stir well (batter will be very thick)., Pour into prepared pans. Bake at 275° for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely., Set aside one cake for
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Najim Mon
[email protected]These fruitcakes are the perfect holiday gift. They're so festive and delicious.
Mason plays
[email protected]These fruitcakes are delicious! I love the combination of apricots and chocolate.
Naina Oo
[email protected]These fruitcakes are a bit too dry for my taste. I think I'll try adding some more moisture next time.
tauqeer nasir
[email protected]I'm not a fan of the candied fruit in these fruitcakes. I think it makes them too sweet.
Nickalee Benjamin
[email protected]These fruitcakes are perfect for a quick and easy snack. They're also a great way to use up leftover fruit.
Banobey Solomo
[email protected]I had some trouble getting the chocolate coating to set properly. I think I might have used too much chocolate.
Rihanna Burke
[email protected]These fruitcakes are a bit too dense for my taste. I prefer a lighter, more airy fruitcake.
Fly unstable
[email protected]I've made these fruitcakes for years, and they're always a hit. They're the perfect holiday treat.
Morgan Wizzo
[email protected]These fruitcakes are perfect for a special occasion. They're so rich and decadent.
Shawn Murungweni
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of chocolate, so I omitted the chocolate coating. The fruitcakes were still delicious.
Danny
[email protected]These fruitcakes are a bit time-consuming to make, but they're worth the effort.
Jiaroul Khan
[email protected]I had some trouble finding dried apricots, but I was able to substitute them with dried cherries. The fruitcakes still turned out great.
Abdullah shah shah
[email protected]These fruitcakes are a bit too sweet for my taste, but they're still pretty good.
afroq amiAh
[email protected]I've never been a fan of fruitcake, but these chocolate-dipped apricot fruitcakes have changed my mind. They're so moist and flavorful, and the chocolate coating is the perfect touch.
alex ransom
[email protected]These fruitcakes are perfect for gift-giving. They're always a hit with my friends and family.
aakash chau
[email protected]I love how easy these fruitcakes are to make. I can whip up a batch in no time.
Abuchi Onunkwo
[email protected]These fruitcakes are delicious! The apricots add a nice tartness that balances out the sweetness of the chocolate.
sushila rokaya
[email protected]I've made these fruitcakes several times now, and they always turn out perfectly. They're so easy to make, and they're always a crowd-pleaser.
Athan King
[email protected]These chocolate-dipped apricot fruitcakes were a hit at my holiday party! They're so moist and flavorful, and the chocolate coating adds a touch of sweetness and richness. I'll definitely be making these again next year.