RICH DARK FRUITCAKE 1970
This looks long but is simple...it's the best tasting fruitcake I have ever had and made. It originally came from Edith Adam's Homemakers Magazine in 1970.
Provided by andypandy
Categories Dessert
Time 4h25m
Yield 4 cakes
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Baking times and pan sizes-- 4 x 4 pan takes 1 1/2 hours 6 x 6 pan takes 3 hours 8 x 8 pan takes 4 1/2 hours Preheat oven 275 degrees F.
- Line cake pan set plus one extra with three layers brown greased paper.
- Grease sides next to the batter.
- Place a small dish of water in bottom of oven for steam and moisture.
- Test by touching finger in centre of cake, if no dent press harder.
- Cake should be firm to touch or slightly springy.
- Method: Prepare almonds, soak overnight in the orange juice.
- Prepare fruit, and soak overnight in the grape juice, sprinkle a little flour over the fruit.
- Next Day-- cream butter at room temperature but not too soft.
- Add white sugar gradually creaming until no grains are felt between fingertips.
- Beat in the beaten egg yolks.
- Blend well.
- ALL STEPS MUST BE FOLLOWED AS GIVEN TO PREVENT BUTTER FROM OOZING OUT DURING BAKING.
- Stir in the grape jelly and the melted cooled chocolate.
- Blend in the flour, and baking powder.
- Add the fruits in small amounts at a time, mixing well.
- Add almonds, and pecans.
- Fold in lastly the stiff beaten egg whites-- Pour into prepared pans and bake.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 5681.6, Fat 223.4, SaturatedFat 74.8, Cholesterol 742, Sodium 1504.3, Carbohydrate 924.1, Fiber 45.5, Sugar 695.7, Protein 71.6
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Chetraj Singh
[email protected]I've made this fruitcake several times and it always turns out perfect. It's a great recipe to have on hand for the holidays.
Candelaria Avila
[email protected]This fruitcake is so moist and flavorful. I love the combination of dried fruits and nuts. It's the perfect holiday treat.
Chupidbro Comedy
[email protected]I've been making this fruitcake for years and it's always a hit. It's the perfect holiday treat.
Julhas Jahid
[email protected]This is the best fruitcake recipe I've ever tried. It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfect.
Md jonaeid Uddin
[email protected]I love this fruitcake! It's so moist and flavorful. I always make it for my family and friends during the holidays.
DJINN
[email protected]This fruitcake is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. It's the perfect holiday gift.
LucidMemez
[email protected]I've made this fruitcake several times and it always turns out perfect. It's a great recipe to have on hand for the holidays.
Munguntsetseg Tsetsegee
[email protected]This fruitcake is so moist and flavorful. I love the combination of dried fruits and nuts. It's the perfect holiday treat.
shetu biswas
[email protected]I've been making this fruitcake for years and it's always a hit. It's the perfect holiday treat.
MALUMBO kamdima
[email protected]This is the best fruitcake recipe I've ever tried. It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfect.
Kate Keith
[email protected]I love this fruitcake! It's so moist and flavorful. I always make it for my family and friends during the holidays.
Lydiah Abudi
[email protected]This fruitcake is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. It's the perfect holiday gift.
Ahtisham Awan
[email protected]I've made this fruitcake several times and it always turns out perfect. It's a great recipe to have on hand for the holidays.
Desiree Marrufo
[email protected]This fruitcake is so moist and flavorful! I love the combination of dried fruits and nuts. It's the perfect holiday treat.
Fire Stage
[email protected]I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of fruitcake, but I was pleasantly surprised. This fruitcake is not too sweet and the flavors are very well-balanced. I will definitely be making this again.
SK Rubel
[email protected]This is the best fruitcake I've ever had! The flavors are so well-balanced and the texture is perfect. I will definitely be making this again.
sampadakaira channel
[email protected]I've been making this fruitcake for years and it's always a favorite. It's the perfect holiday treat, and it's also great for gift-giving.
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[email protected]This fruitcake was a hit at our holiday party! Everyone loved the rich, dark flavor and the moist, dense texture. I will definitely be making this again next year.