JACKIE'S FRUITCAKE

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This is a recipe I made up in 1979. I wanted to make something quick and easy. Took me quite a few tries before it turned out though. I entered it in the county fair and took first place plus the gold ribbon which entitled me to enter the State Fair. So I entered the State Fair and came in second. I was told that if I had told the judges it was an original recipe, I would have taken first place. This was the very first time I had ever entered anything like this before, for both fairs and I guess you could say I was wet behind the ears. Oh well, I sure did have fun.

Provided by Jackie Harris

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Cherry Dessert Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon baking powder
2 tablespoons baking soda
1 ¾ cups white sugar
3 eggs
¾ cup maraschino cherries, drained and halved
1 (20 ounce) can crushed pineapple, with juice
1 cup chopped walnuts
1 cup butter, softened
3 cups confectioners' sugar
1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9 inch Bundt pan.
  • In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking power, baking soda, sugar, eggs, cherries, pineapple and walnuts. Stir by hand with a sturdy spoon just until blended. Spoon into the prepared pan, and spread evenly.
  • Bake for 40 to 45 minutes in the preheated oven, or until the top springs back when lightly touched. Cool, then invert onto a serving plate. While the cake cools, mix together the butter, confectioners' sugar and vanilla in a medium bowl with an electric mixer until fluffy. Stir in the cream cheese, and beat until smooth. Frost cake with the icing when completely cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 707.6 calories, Carbohydrate 90.8 g, Cholesterol 128.2 mg, Fat 36.4 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 8.5 g, SaturatedFat 19 g, Sodium 846.2 mg, Sugar 67.1 g

Ahtsham Jani
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I'm not a big fan of fruitcake, but this recipe is really good. The flavors are well-balanced and the cake is moist and delicious.


Roy Baker
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This is my go-to fruitcake recipe. It's always a hit with my family and friends.


Abdiaziz Power
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I've been looking for a good fruitcake recipe for ages and I'm so glad I found this one. It's the perfect balance of moistness, sweetness, and flavor.


Cathrine Ukwimi
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This recipe is easy to follow and the end result is a beautiful and delicious fruitcake. I will definitely be making this again.


kishor paneru
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I made this fruitcake for my grandmother's birthday and she loved it. She said it was the best fruitcake she'd ever had.


Viah Vyper
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This fruitcake is a labor of love, but it's so worth it. The end result is a beautiful and delicious cake that's perfect for any special occasion.


showrov mahmud sagor vai
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I've never been a fan of fruitcake, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so moist and flavorful, I could eat it every day.


Yohanis Jr
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This fruitcake is perfect for gift-giving. I made a batch for my friends and family and they all loved it.


Alexis Jancel
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This is the most delicious fruitcake I've ever had. The candied fruits and nuts give it a really rich and decadent flavor.


Moses Nganga
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I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of fruitcake, but I'm so glad I did. This fruitcake is not too sweet and the flavors are perfectly balanced.


Salauddin Khan
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This fruitcake is so moist and flavorful, I can't believe it's made with whole wheat flour. It's a healthier alternative to traditional fruitcake, but it's just as delicious.


K Kim
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I've been making this fruitcake for years and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's the perfect dessert to serve at holiday parties or potlucks.


Raees Jan
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's definitely worth the effort. The end result is a beautiful and delicious fruitcake that's perfect for any special occasion.


MAPHOTO JULIET
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I made this fruitcake for Christmas last year and it was a huge hit with my family and friends. Everyone raved about how moist and delicious it was.


Frazin FN
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This is the best fruitcake recipe I've ever tried! It's so moist and flavorful, with just the right amount of sweetness. I especially love the addition of candied cherries and nuts, which give it a really festive touch.