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Never Fail Fruit Cake: The Best Old-Fashioned Recipe You’ll Love

Never Fail Fruit Cake (Old-Fashioned Style)

This classic recipe for Never Fail Fruit Cake will impress your family and friends with its rich flavors and traditional preparation.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup mixed dried fruit
  • 1 cup walnuts, chopped
  • 1 cup butter
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C).
  2. Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and brown sugar until smooth.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  5. Mix in the vanilla extract.
  6. In another bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
  7. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
  8. Fold in the dried fruit and walnuts.
  9. Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
  10. Bake for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  11. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  12. Allow to cool completely before serving.

Notes

  • This fruit cake can be made a few weeks in advance for flavors to meld.
  • Store in an airtight container to keep it moist.

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