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Never Fail Fruit Cake Recipe: The Best Homemade Delight

Never Fail Fruit Cake Recipe

This Never Fail Fruit Cake is the ultimate dessert for the holidays, guaranteed to impress your guests with its rich flavors and moist texture.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup mixed dried fruit
  • 1 cup walnuts, chopped
  • 1 cup raisins
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup butter, softened
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add in the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  4. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. In another bowl, combine flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
  7. Fold in the mixed dried fruit, walnuts, and raisins.
  8. Pour the batter into a greased cake pan and smooth the top.
  9. Bake for 60-75 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  10. Let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, soak the dried fruit in rum overnight before using.
  • This cake can be made ahead of time and stored for several weeks.

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