ELEGANT LIGHT FRUIT CAKE
This fruit cake does not need a ripening period, and is very lovely to look at and eat.
Provided by Carol
Categories Desserts Specialty Dessert Recipes Liqueur Dessert Recipes Brandy
Yield 36
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). Place a pan of water in oven. Grease thoroughly and line with heavy brown paper one set of tier pans (one 9 inch, one 7 inch, and one 5 inch).
- In a large bowl combine ground almonds and fruits. Dredge with one cup flour.
- In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup flour and shortening. Gradually blend in white sugar. Beat in egg yolks and almond flavoring; beat until very light and fluffy. Mix together brandy and milk; add alternately with 4 1/2 cups flour to creamed mixture. Make 3 dry and 2 liquid additions, combining lightly after each.
- In another bowl, beat egg whites with cream of tartar to form stiff but moist peaks. Fold into batter. Fold in floured fruit mixture.
- Bake for 2 1/2 to 3 1/2 hours, depending on size of pan. Bake each cake until it tests done with a toothpick. Remove from pans, and lift off paper. Cool.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 429.7 calories, Carbohydrate 75.9 g, Cholesterol 45.9 mg, Fat 11.1 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 6.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 55 mg, Sugar 44.6 g
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Jojo Gotti
[email protected]This fruit cake is a winner! It's moist and flavorful, and the glaze gives it a beautiful shine. I love that it's not too sweet, and the candied fruits and nuts add a nice touch of texture. I will definitely be making this again for my next potluck.
Vini Kipama
[email protected]I love this fruit cake! It's so easy to make, and it always turns out perfect. I love that I can use any type of candied fruits and nuts that I want. It's the perfect cake for any occasion.
Md Ridey
[email protected]This fruit cake is perfect! It's light and airy, with a perfect balance of sweetness and tartness. The candied fruits and nuts add a wonderful texture and flavor. I will definitely be making this again for my next holiday party!
leon sikder
[email protected]This fruit cake is amazing! It's so light and fluffy, and the flavors are incredible. I love that it's not too sweet, and the candied fruits and nuts add a nice touch of texture. I will definitely be making this again for my next party!
Matilda Gwenzi
[email protected]I was pleasantly surprised by how good this fruit cake is! It's moist and flavorful, and the glaze gives it a beautiful shine. I love that it's not too sweet, and the candied fruits and nuts add a nice touch of texture. I will definitely be making th
Tayyab Sian
[email protected]This fruit cake is delicious! It's so light and fluffy, and the flavors are incredible. I love that it's not too sweet, and the candied fruits and nuts add a nice touch of texture. I will definitely be making this again for my next holiday party!
Haylie Rojas
[email protected]This fruit cake is a winner! It's moist and flavorful, and the glaze gives it a beautiful shine. I love that it's not too sweet, and the candied fruits and nuts add a nice touch of texture. I will definitely be making this again for my next potluck.
Fridah Nkosi
[email protected]I love this fruit cake! It's so easy to make, and it always turns out perfect. I love that I can use any type of candied fruits and nuts that I want. It's the perfect cake for any occasion.
Baby Jani
[email protected]This fruit cake is perfect! It's light and airy, with a perfect balance of sweetness and tartness. The candied fruits and nuts add a wonderful texture and flavor. I will definitely be making this again for my next holiday party!
Adnan Nomi
[email protected]This fruit cake is amazing! It's so light and fluffy, and the flavors are incredible. I love that it's not too sweet, and the candied fruits and nuts add a nice touch of texture. I will definitely be making this again for my next party!
Tawananyasha Mtisi
[email protected]I was pleasantly surprised by how good this fruit cake is! It's moist and flavorful, and the glaze gives it a beautiful shine. I love that it's not too sweet, and the candied fruits and nuts add a nice touch of texture. I will definitely be making th
Brombeck Respiqius
[email protected]This fruit cake is delicious! It's so light and fluffy, and the flavors are incredible. I love that it's not too sweet, and the candied fruits and nuts add a nice touch of texture. I will definitely be making this again for my next holiday party!
Alica Schmidtova
[email protected]This fruit cake is a winner! It's moist and flavorful, and the glaze gives it a beautiful shine. I love that it's not too sweet, and the candied fruits and nuts add a nice touch of texture. I will definitely be making this again for my next potluck.
Veronique Rahming
[email protected]I love this fruit cake! It's so easy to make, and it always turns out perfect. I love that I can use any type of candied fruits and nuts that I want. It's the perfect cake for any occasion.
Roger Currence
[email protected]This fruit cake is perfect! It's light and airy, with a perfect balance of sweetness and tartness. The candied fruits and nuts add a wonderful texture and flavor. I will definitely be making this again for my next holiday party!
Terrence Washington
[email protected]I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of fruit cake, but I'm so glad I did! This cake is delicious! It's moist and flavorful, and the glaze gives it a beautiful shine. I will definitely be making this again.
Thomas McMullan
[email protected]This fruit cake is amazing! It's so light and fluffy, and the flavors are incredible. I love that it's not too sweet, and the candied fruits and nuts add a nice touch of texture. I will definitely be making this again for my next party!
Hassnain Shakeel
[email protected]I've tried many fruit cake recipes over the years, but this one is by far the best. It's so moist and flavorful, and the glaze gives it a beautiful shine. I'm so glad I found this recipe!
Kavya Mdhin
[email protected]This fruit cake is a true delight! It's light and airy, with a perfect balance of sweetness and tartness. The candied fruits and nuts add a wonderful texture and flavor. I will definitely be making this again!