Homemade Fruit Cake

A rich, spiced fruit cake loaded with dried fruits and nuts. Perfect for festive occasions or as a special treat.

Ingredients

Fruit Mixture:

• 2 cups mixed dried fruits (raisins, sultanas, currants, cranberries, or chopped dates)

• 1 cup candied citrus peel (optional)

• 1 cup chopped nuts (walnuts, pecans, or almonds)

• ½ cup orange juice or brandy (for soaking)

Cake Batter:

• ½ cup unsalted butter, softened

• 1 cup packed brown sugar

• 3 large eggs

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• 1 tbsp dark rum (optional)

Dry Ingredients:

• 1½ cups all-purpose flour

• 1 tsp baking powder

• 1 tsp ground cinnamon

• ½ tsp ground nutmeg

• ½ tsp ground ginger

• ¼ tsp salt

Optional Additions:

• ¼ cup molasses

• ½ cup apple juice (for soaking)

Instructions

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