Why This Fruit Cake Recipe Is Foolproof
✔ Moist and tender — no dryness
✔ No complicated soaking steps
✔ Bakes evenly with a perfect texture
✔ Great flavor from spices and fruit
✔ Stores beautifully for weeks
✔ Easy enough for beginners
This is the type of fruit cake people ask for the recipe after one bite!
📝 Ingredients for the Perfect Fruit Cake
Mixed Fruits
Use a total of 4 – 5 cups fruit, such as:
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1 cup candied cherries (red & green)
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1 cup golden raisins
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1 cup mixed dried fruits (pineapple, apricot, papaya)
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1 cup dried cranberries
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½ cup chopped dates (optional)
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½ cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
Cake Batter
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1 cup (225 g) unsalted butter, softened
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1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
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4 large eggs, room temperature
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2 cups (240 g) all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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½ teaspoon baking soda
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1 teaspoon cinnamon
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½ teaspoon nutmeg
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¼ teaspoon cloves
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¼ teaspoon salt
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½ cup orange juice (or pineapple juice)
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1 tablespoon vanilla extract
For Extra Moisture (Optional but Recommended)
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¼ cup melted butter
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2 tablespoons honey or golden syrup
🍰 How to Make the Fruit Cake That Always Turns Out Perfect
Step 1 — Prepare the Fruits
In a large bowl:
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Combine all dried fruits and nuts.
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Add ¼ cup flour from the recipe and mix to coat.
This prevents fruits from sinking to the bottom.
Step 2 — Cream Butter and Sugar
Beat together:
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Butter
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Sugar
Mix until pale and fluffy — about 3–4 minutes.
This step makes your fruit cake soft and tender.
Step 3 — Add Eggs and Vanilla
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well between each addition.
Stir in the vanilla extract.
