- 2 cups mixed dried fruits
- 1 cup chopped nuts
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
- In a bowl, mix the dried fruits, nuts, and flour.
- In a separate bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Stir in the vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Pour the batter into a greased cake pan.
- Bake for about 1 hour, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Notes
- For best flavor, let the fruit cake sit for a few days before serving.
- This cake can be decorated with icing and fruits for a festive look.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian