A Moist, Flavorful Cake That’s Perfect for the Holidays
Oh, my dear friend, there are some recipes that feel like they’ve been passed down through generations—and this Never Fail Fruit Cake is one of them. It’s rich, moist, and packed with a delightful mix of dried fruits and nuts, all held together by a tender, buttery cake. It’s the kind of cake that makes the holidays feel truly special.
And the best part? As the name suggests, this recipe is wonderfully reliable. It comes together beautifully every time.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Rich and Moist: Packed with dried fruits and nuts, with a tender crumb.
Flavorful: A beautiful blend of warm spices and sweet fruits.
Reliable: As the name says, this recipe never fails.
Perfect for the Holidays: A classic fruit cake for Christmas or any special occasion.
Keeps Well: The flavor deepens over time.
The Ingredients
This recipe uses a mix of dried fruits, nuts, and warm spices to create a beautifully flavored cake.
For the Fruit Cake
Ingredient Amount Notes
All-purpose flour 2 cups (250 g)
Baking powder 1 teaspoon
Salt ½ teaspoon
Cinnamon 1 teaspoon
Nutmeg ½ teaspoon
Unsalted butter 1 cup (2 sticks), softened
Brown sugar 1½ cups (300 g) Packed
Eggs 4 large
Vanilla extract 1 teaspoon
Dried mixed fruit 2 cups (about 300 g) Raisins, currants, dried cranberries, or a mix
Chopped walnuts or pecans 1 cup (about 100 g)
For the Glaze (Optional)
Ingredient Amount Notes
Powdered sugar 1 cup (about 120 g)
Orange juice or milk 2 tablespoons For drizzling
Step-by-Step Instructions
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