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Never Fail Fruit Cake Recipe

Never Fail Fruit Cake Recipe
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This Never Fail Fruit Cake is a moist, flavorful dessert packed with mixed dried fruit and pecans, perfect for holiday celebrations or any special occasion. With a blend of warm spices, molasses, and orange juice, this fruit cake is rich in texture and taste yet simple to prepare.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1½ cups sugar
  • ½ tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp salt

Fruit & Nuts

  • 32 oz mixed dried fruit
  • 1 cup chopped pecans

Wet Ingredients

  • 3 large eggs
  • ½ cup orange juice
  • ¼ cup softened butter
  • ¼ cup molasses

Instructions

  1. Prep: Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) and grease a loaf or tube pan thoroughly to prevent sticking during baking.
  2. Mix Dry: In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt, ensuring even distribution of these dry ingredients.
  3. Add Fruits: Stir in the mixed dried fruit and chopped pecans, coating them evenly with the dry mixture to prevent clumping.
  4. Blend Wet: In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, orange juice, softened butter, and molasses until fully blended and smooth.
  5. Combine: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture and gently mix until just combined, avoiding overmixing to keep the cake tender.
  6. Bake: Transfer the batter into the prepared pan and bake in the preheated oven for 1½ to 2 hours, or until the cake is firm to the touch and golden brown on top.
  7. Cool: Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool completely in the pan before slicing to ensure clean cuts and perfect texture.

Notes

  • Ensure all fruits and nuts are well coated with the dry ingredients to avoid settling at the bottom during baking.
  • You can substitute orange juice with apple juice or pineapple juice for a different fruity flavor.
  • Store the cake wrapped in parchment and foil at room temperature; it improves in flavor after a day or two.
  • Add warming spices such as cinnamon, nutmeg, or cloves for extra festive flavor, if desired.
  • If you prefer a gluten-free version, substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend.

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Keywords: fruit cake, holiday dessert, dried fruit cake, pecans, molasses cake, moist cake

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