Moist and tasty fruitcake is made with all types of candied fruit and nuts with a hint of orange and more than a hint of bourbon. It takes about three days to complete the process, but it is well worth the time and effort!
Provided by Cookin' Canuck
Categories Desserts Cakes Holiday Cake Recipes
Time P2DT4h5m
Yield 30
Number Of Ingredients 30
Steps:
- On the first day, combine the candied orange peel, candied citron, candied pineapple, red and green candied cherries, currants, raisins, walnuts, and almonds. Combine the orange juice and the 2/3 cup bourbon; pour over the fruit and nuts. Stir and then cover tightly. Let the fruit marinate in a cool place for 1 full day, or at least 20 hours.
- On the second day, line two 9x5 inch loaf pans with parchment paper or aluminum foil and grease the inside with cooking spray. Combine the flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, allspice, ginger, cocoa, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl and stir with a whisk to blend.
- In a separate large bowl, beat the butter, brown sugar, and white sugar until light and fluffy using an electric mixer. Stir in the egg yolks until blended and then mix in the applesauce, the 1/2 cup bourbon, and vanilla until fluffy. Continue stirring, and add the the flour mixture gradually until well combined. Add the molasses and stir to combine. When the batter is thoroughly mixed, gently mix in the fruit and nut mixture with all of its juices.
- In a separate bowl, whip the egg whites with an electric mixer until they can hold a stiff peak. Fold egg whites into the batter. Divide evenly between the prepared pans. Cover loosely with a towel and let the batter stand overnight in a cool, dry place.
- On the third day, preheat the oven to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C). Place a large baking pan on the bottom shelf and pour boiling water into it until almost full. Place a baking sheet on the center shelf and place the fruit cakes on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 2 1/2 hours in the preheated oven. Check the water level and refill if needed. Cover the cakes with a sheet of parchment paper, taking care not to let it touch the shelf. Continue to bake until a knife or toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 1 hour more. Cool fruitcakes in the pans, set over a wire rack. Once cool, remove the cakes from the pans, and leave the parchment paper on. Sprinkle with more bourbon if desired and wrap in aluminum foil. Place in a tin or other sealed container overnight before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 422.3 calories, Carbohydrate 64.9 g, Cholesterol 65.4 mg, Fat 14.9 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 5.1 g, SaturatedFat 6.6 g, Sodium 172.1 mg, Sugar 33.3 g
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Maureen Strauss
[email protected]This fruitcake is a labor of love, but it's worth it! The end result is a moist, flavorful cake that's perfect for the holidays.
Tayla Roberts
[email protected]I've made this fruitcake several times now and it's always a hit! It's the perfect holiday treat.
Feni Sunday
[email protected]This is the best fruitcake I've ever had! It's so moist and flavorful, and the bourbon really adds a nice touch.
jacab jones
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of fruitcake, but this one is really good! It's moist and flavorful, and the bourbon flavor is just right.
Michelle Bratton
[email protected]This fruitcake is a bit boozy, but I love it! It's the perfect way to celebrate the holidays.
Debra Whatley
[email protected]I've been making this fruitcake for years and it's always a hit! It's the perfect holiday treat.
Ramzan Baloch
[email protected]This is the perfect holiday fruitcake! It's moist, flavorful, and boozy.
Umukoro Dennis
[email protected]This fruitcake is so moist and flavorful! I love the addition of bourbon.
Sadam Hussain Shah
[email protected]I made this fruitcake for my family and they loved it! It's a great recipe.
Shahzaib Ali
[email protected]This fruitcake is a labor of love, but it's worth it! The end result is a moist, flavorful cake that's perfect for the holidays.
Nadir Veer
[email protected]I was hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of fruitcake, but I was pleasantly surprised! This fruitcake is delicious!
Malithi Kaikarage
[email protected]This is the best fruitcake I've ever had! It's so moist and flavorful, and the bourbon really shines through.
Akerele Ayomiposi
[email protected]I've made this fruitcake several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's the perfect holiday treat!
Mustafa Marri
[email protected]This fruitcake was a huge hit at our holiday party! Everyone loved the moist, dense texture and the boozy flavor.