MAMA'S POOR MAN FRUITCAKE

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This recipe was my grandmothers'. I normally do not like fruitcake, but this one is not as heavy.

Provided by star pooley

Categories     Sweet Breads

Time 1h25m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 stick butter or margerine
2 c granulated sugar
2 eggs
4 c all purpose flour
1 tsp ground clove
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1 tsp salt
1 Tbsp baking soda
1 large bottle maraschino cherries, drained
1 box raisins
5 c water
1 lb walnuts, broken into pieces

Steps:

  • 1. Boil the raisins in water for 15 minutes; Drain, reserving 2 cups of the water.
  • 2. Grease and flour a large tube pan.
  • 3. In a large bowl, stir together flour, cloves, cinnamon and salt.
  • 4. In a medium bowl, cream the eggs, butter and sugar; add 2 cups of the raisin water and mix well.
  • 5. Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients; mix well.
  • 6. Mix in raisins, cherries, nut and baking soda.
  • 7. Bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour or until knife inserted comes out clean; Cool.

QUEEN A Blanmeds
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I'm not sure about this recipe. It seems like it would be too dry.


Freelancer Raton
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This fruitcake looks so delicious! I can't wait to try it.


Qhahqnaj Hhhskaja
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I love that this recipe doesn't require any special ingredients or equipment. It's a great recipe for beginner bakers.


Winny Oseghale
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This is the easiest fruitcake recipe I've ever tried. It's perfect for busy holiday bakers.


BHT MD ASRAF ALI
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This fruitcake is a great way to use up leftover fruit. I added some dried cherries and chopped walnuts, and it turned out great.


Tiktok 01
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I'm not a big fan of fruitcake, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so delicious and moist, and the cranberries and nuts add a nice touch.


Tiffany Freeman
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This is the best fruitcake I've ever had! It's so moist and flavorful, and the spices are just right. I will definitely be making this again.


Sup _boi
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I've made this fruitcake several times now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends. It's so easy to make, and it always turns out perfectly.


Sadia Rizwan
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This fruitcake is a delightful treat! It's moist and flavorful, with a perfect balance of sweetness and spice. I love that it's made with simple ingredients that I always have on hand.