Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Old-Fashioned German Fruit Cake, a perfect blend of spices and dried fruits that will elevate any festive gathering. This moist cake features a rich texture complemented by a medley of nuts and fruits, making it an ideal treat for holiday celebrations or special occasions. With just 15 minutes of preparation time, this recipe is accessible for bakers of all skill levels. Allowing the cake to age enhances its flavor, resulting in an unforgettable dessert that embodies the spirit of tradition. Serve it warm or at room temperature alongside whipped cream, fresh fruits, or your favorite tea for a truly satisfying experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground cloves
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1/4 cup molasses
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup chopped nuts (walnuts, pecans, or almonds)
- 1 cup mixed dried fruits (raisins, currants, or chopped dried cherries)
- 1/2 cup candied citrus peel, chopped
- 1/4 cup apple juice for soaking (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C) and grease a 9×5 inch baking pan.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg.
- In another bowl, cream softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time.
- Stir in molasses and buttermilk until combined.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Fold in dried fruits and nuts gently.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 75 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 75 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 80g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 65mg