CHRISTMAS KEEPING CAKE (FRUITCAKE-LIKE, LESS FRUIT)
From "The Spirit of Christmas Book III," Leisure arts, 1989. Made it for 2009 Christmas party-delicious, and not too "fruity." People who don't like fruitcake loved it. It has the most delicious scent when you unwrap it that remains until the last slice is eaten. I believe it took mine no more than 2 hours to bake. Keep an eye on it, so the cake won't dry.
Provided by EURrosa1
Categories Winter
Time 3h
Yield 1 cake, 12-14 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Cream butter and sugar. Beat in egg yolks until fluffy.
- Dissolve baking soda in buttermilk; beat it into eggs.
- Combine 2 1/2 cups flour with spices. Add to egg mixture, alternately with jam.
- Beat egg whites until almost stiff and fold into batter.
- Combine remaining flour with pecans, raisins and dates; fold into batter.
- Pour into well-greased and floured 10" tube pan. (I used bundt pan.). Bake at 300 F 3 to 3 1/3 hours (depends on oven). (NOTE: I believe it took mine no more than 2 hours to bake.) Place on wire rack until completely cool.
- Soak cheesecloth in liquor and wrap cake. Wrap with foil. Brush with more liquor every week, closing tight with foil. Let age 4-6 weeks in cool place.
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Ahmad Altares
[email protected]This fruitcake is a holiday tradition in our family. We love the way it tastes and it always brings back fond memories.
Rana waleed Mamj
[email protected]This is the best fruitcake I've ever had. It's so moist and flavorful, and the fruit is perfectly balanced.
Nadeem Bhatti
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of fruitcake, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so moist and flavorful, and the fruit is perfectly balanced.
William Cashaw
[email protected]This fruitcake is a holiday tradition in our family. We love the way it tastes and it always brings back fond memories.
The Bama Gurl
[email protected]I love this fruitcake! It's so moist and flavorful, and the fruit is perfectly balanced.
Subirah Nantongo
[email protected]This is the best fruitcake recipe I've ever tried. It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfectly.
Kedar Silwal
[email protected]I've been making this fruitcake for years and it's always a favorite at our Christmas gatherings.
Donjeta Puqolli
[email protected]This fruitcake is the perfect holiday treat. It's moist, flavorful, and full of festive cheer.
Banele Ndlela
[email protected]I made this fruitcake for my family Christmas party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it!
Carla Lyons
[email protected]This fruitcake is a keeper! It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfectly.
F4 gaming
[email protected]I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of fruitcake, but I was pleasantly surprised. This fruitcake is not too sweet or heavy, and the fruit is perfectly balanced.
mosahid ahmed
[email protected]This is the best fruitcake I've ever had. It's so moist and flavorful, and the fruit is perfectly balanced.
SPARATIKK CREATIONS
[email protected]I've made this fruitcake several times now, and it always turns out perfectly. It's so easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.
MTP124 LIFE
[email protected]This fruitcake was a hit at our Christmas gathering! It had just the right amount of fruit and spices, and it was moist and flavorful. I'll definitely be making this again next year.