THE BEST DAMN FRUITCAKE EVER
Steps:
- 1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease a loaf pan with nonstick spray. 2. Prepare the fruit: In a medium-size heat-safe bowl, toss the apricots with the cranberries, cherries and raisins. In a small pot, bring the bourbon to a simmer. Pour it over the fruit and let sit for 10 minutes. 3. Drain the fruit, reserving the bourbon. Transfer the fruit to another medium bowl and toss with the pistachios, hazelnuts, pecans and almonds. Set aside. 4. Make the batter: In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy, 4 to 5 minutes. Add the eggs one at a time, scraping the side of the bowl well after each addition. 5. Beat in the vanilla extract, orange zest and cinnamon. Add the flour and baking powder; mix just until combined. 6. Bake the cake: Add the fruit-and-nut mixture to the batter and mix to combine. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the surface. Garnish with a sprinkle of turbinado sugar, then bake until golden and cooked through, 2 to 2½ hours. 7. While the cake is baking, bring the reserved bourbon to a simmer and reduce to about ¼ cup. Pour the reduced bourbon over the warm cake as soon as it comes out of the oven. Let the cake cool completely before slicing and serving. The uncut cake will keep for up to two weeks in an airtight container. Read more: The Best Damn Fruitcake Ever | Recipes - PureWow Sign Up For PureWow's Daily Email
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Rajjak Ahmed
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of fruitcake, but this recipe changed my mind. It was surprisingly moist and flavorful.
Journey Barnes
[email protected]This fruitcake is a great way to celebrate the holidays. It's delicious, festive, and it's sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.
Farhan Khan
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[email protected]I love the combination of flavors in this fruitcake. The candied fruit and nuts add a nice touch of sweetness and crunch.
MD Rakinsheikh
[email protected]This fruitcake is a great way to use up leftover fruit. It's also a delicious and festive holiday treat.
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[email protected]I've made this fruitcake several times now, and it's always a hit. It's the perfect holiday treat.
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[email protected]This is the best fruitcake I've ever had. It's moist and flavorful, and the candied fruit and nuts are a perfect addition.
Kassie Wallace
[email protected]This fruitcake is a great way to celebrate the holidays. It's delicious, festive, and it's sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.
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[email protected]This fruitcake is the perfect holiday gift. It's delicious and festive, and it's sure to be appreciated by anyone who receives it.
Sohail Amin
[email protected]I love the combination of flavors in this fruitcake. The candied fruit and nuts add a nice touch of sweetness and crunch.
Mr,s Javed
[email protected]This fruitcake is a great way to use up leftover fruit. It's also a delicious and festive holiday treat.
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[email protected]I've made this fruitcake several times now, and it's always a hit. It's the perfect holiday treat.
Afnan Jutt
[email protected]This is the best fruitcake recipe I've found. It's easy to make and always turns out perfectly.
Zabiullah Shahid
[email protected]I love this fruitcake! It's so moist and flavorful, and the candied fruit and nuts add a nice touch of sweetness and crunch.
Ali Sammar
[email protected]This fruitcake is a labor of love, but it's worth it. It's the perfect holiday treat.
Sk Antor
[email protected]I was a bit skeptical about making fruitcake, but this recipe changed my mind. It was surprisingly easy to make, and the end result was delicious.
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[email protected]This is the best fruitcake I've ever had! It's so moist and flavorful, and the candied fruit and nuts are a perfect addition.
Rooney Stemmet
[email protected]I've made this fruitcake several times now, and it always turns out perfectly. It's become a family favorite!
Tumiso Moruta
[email protected]This fruitcake was a huge hit at our holiday party! It was moist and flavorful, and the candied fruit and nuts added a nice touch of sweetness and crunch.