Fruit Cake
Fruit Cake is an impressive dinner. Made with 4 c. pecans, 2 c. walnuts, 2 c. whole maraschino cherries, drained, 2 c. diced pineapple, drained and 1 1/2 c. light raisins, this recipe delivers authentic, satisfying flavors. Bursting with flavor in every bite.
π Recipe adapted from RecipeNLG-Full
Combine nuts, fruit and raisins in a large bowl.
Toss with 1 cup flour to coat.
Set aside.
Cream butter and sugar; add eggs one at a time, beating each addition. Sift together 2 cups of flour and baking powder.
Add in thirds to the creamed mixture. Mix well.
Add batter to the fruit and nuts.
Add lemon extract; mix well.
Transfer to well-greased tube pan.
Cover tightly with foil.
Place pan of water on bottom grate in oven.
Bake the cake on shelf above the water in a 300Β° oven for 2 1/2 hours.
Remove foil.
Cook 3 to 5 minutes longer.
Remove from pan and brush with syrup.
Pour a little bourbon or brandy over the cake. Wrap in cheesecloth and store in a tin.
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