Description
A delightful and moist fruitcake that combines the rich flavors of dried fruits and nuts, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups mixed dried fruits (raisins, currants, chopped apricots, and cranberries)
- 1 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans)
- 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup orange juice
- 1/4 cup brandy (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and prepare a loaf pan by greasing it and lining it with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the mixed dried fruits and chopped nuts.
- In another bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt.
- In a third bowl, whisk together the unsweetened applesauce, brown sugar, honey, eggs, vanilla extract, and orange juice until smooth.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Fold in the brandy if using.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it evenly.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. For longer storage, wrap tightly in plastic wrap and freeze for up to three months.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 60
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 25mg