Description
A deliciously moist and flavorful spiced fruitcake topped with a rich rum glaze, perfect for the holiday season.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups mixed dried fruits
- 1 cup chopped nuts
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup dark rum
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- In a bowl, mix the dried fruits and nuts with 1 tablespoon of flour to prevent them from sinking.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, spices, and salt.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the rum, orange juice, and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the floured fruits and nuts.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack.
- For the rum glaze, mix powdered sugar with rum until desired consistency is reached and drizzle over the cooled cake.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, let the fruitcake sit for a few days before serving.
- Store in an airtight container to keep it moist.
- Feel free to substitute the dried fruits with your favorites.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Spiced Fruitcake, Rum Glaze, Holiday Dessert, Fruitcake Recipe