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British Fruitcake Recipe

A classic British fruitcake, rich with dried fruits and spices, perfect for the holidays.
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Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 2 hours
Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: British
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 350 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 225 g plain flour
  • 1 teaspoon mixed spice
  • 225 g butter softened
  • 225 g dark brown sugar
  • 4 eggs beaten
  • 225 g currants
  • 225 g sultanas
  • 225 g raisins
  • 100 g glace cherries halved
  • 50 g candied peel chopped
  • 2 tablespoon brandy

Instructions 

  1. Preheat your oven to 150°C (300°F).
  2. Grease and line a 20cm (8 inch) round or an 18cm (7 inch) square tin with a double layer of greased greaseproof paper.
  3. Mix the flour and mixed spice in a bowl.
  4. In a separate bowl, cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
  5. Gradually beat in the eggs, adding a little flour mixture if it starts to curdle.
  6. Fold in the remaining flour mixture, followed by the dried fruits, cherries, and candied peel.
  7. Add the brandy and mix well.
  8. Spoon the mixture into the prepared tin and level the surface.
  9. Bake in the preheated oven for about 2 hours, or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  10. Leave to cool in the tin before turning out onto a wire rack.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 75mg | Sodium: 150mg | Potassium: 300mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 35g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 2mg

Keywords

Fruitcake, Holiday
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