Aunt Ada'S Fruit Cake
A moist, fruity cake with warm spices and nuts, perfect for festive occasions or teatime, offering rich flavors and a dense, delightful texture.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Add shortening, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg to a mixing bowl.
- Add applesauce, boiling water, and baking soda; mix well.
- Sift flour and sugar together, then gradually add to the warm mixture, stirring continuously.
- Fold in raisins, chopped nuts, and mixed fruits.
- Pour the batter into a prepared baking pan and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 1 hour or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
808
kcal
40% DV
Protein
Fat
Carbs
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).