Description
Boiled Fruit Cake is a rich dessert that combines a variety of dried fruits for a moist and flavorful experience. This recipe is straightforward, making it accessible for bakers of all levels.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup mixed dried fruits
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup butter
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
- In a pot, combine the mixed dried fruits and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Stir in sugar and butter until melted. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, mix together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs and vanilla extract together, then add to the cooled fruit mixture.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Fold in the nuts if using.
- Pour the batter into a greased cake pan and bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool before serving.
Notes
- This cake can be made ahead of time as it tastes better after a few days.
- Consider adding other spices like ginger for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 50mg