JEWELED FRUITCAKE

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I promise this jeweled fruitcake is simply fantastic. Even my friends and family members who don't normally care for fruitcake say they love it! -Sharon Hoffman, Donna, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h30m

Yield 4 mini loaves (6 slices each).

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 packages (8 ounces each) pitted dates, chopped
1/2 pound pecan halves
1/2 pound Brazil nuts
1 jar (10 ounces) red maraschino cherries, well drained
1 jar (10 ounces) green maraschino cherries, well drained
1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/2 cups sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
3 eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 300°. Line four greased and floured 5-3/4x3x2-in. loaf pans with waxed paper and grease the paper; set aside., In a large bowl, combine dates, nuts, cherries and coconut. Combine flour, sugar, baking powder and salt; stir into fruit mixture until well coated., In a small bowl, beat eggs and vanilla until foamy. Fold into fruit mixture and mix well. Pour into prepared pans., Bake 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely. Wrap tightly and store in a cool, dry place. Cut with a serrated knife.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 330 calories, Fat 13g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 26mg cholesterol, Sodium 130mg sodium, Carbohydrate 53g carbohydrate (41g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

Gur Sam
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I've made this fruitcake several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's so moist and flavorful, and the candied fruit and nuts add a nice touch.


DON 570 Official
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This is the best fruitcake recipe I've ever found. It's moist, flavorful, and the perfect addition to any holiday table.


Mukta Sarker
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This fruitcake is so easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Saide Camilo Camilo
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I love the addition of maple syrup to this fruitcake recipe. It gives it a nice moist texture.


Elhabchi Said
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This is a great recipe for a classic fruitcake. It's easy to follow and the results are delicious.


Emily Della Rocco
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This fruitcake was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still good.


Hanif Arman
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my fruitcake turned out dry. I'm not sure what I did wrong.


Rakib Vai Rakib Vai
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This is the best fruitcake I've ever had! It's so moist and flavorful, and the candied fruit and nuts are the perfect addition.


Johan Van Vuuren
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This fruitcake was easy to make, and it turned out great! I love the combination of flavors.


Sangay Choden
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I made this fruitcake for my family, and they all loved it! It was moist and flavorful, and the candied fruit and nuts added a nice crunch.


Umer Shehzad
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This fruitcake was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still good. I think I'll try using less sugar next time.


Abamishe Sunday
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I've made this fruitcake several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's so moist and flavorful, and the candied fruit and nuts add a nice touch.


maryanne omeasoo
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This is my new favorite fruitcake recipe. It's so easy to make and it turns out perfect every time. I love the addition of the candied fruit and nuts.


Khalid Qaisar
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This jeweled fruitcake was a hit at our holiday party! It was moist and flavorful, with a beautiful presentation. I would definitely make it again.