Bea'S Fruitcake

Prep: 30 min Cook: 120 min Serves: 8 Cuisine: American

A rich, nutty fruitcake packed with whole nuts and candied fruits, perfect for holiday celebrations or special occasions, appealing to those who enjoy dense, flavorful desserts.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup whole Brazil nuts
  • 1 cup walnut halves
  • 2 cups pecan halves
  • 2/3 cup almonds
  • 1 (16 oz.) package candied red cherries
  • 1 (8 oz.) package candied green cherries
  • 1 (16 oz.) package whole dates
  • 3/4 cup flour
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla

Instructions

  1. Leave nuts, dates, and fruits whole.
  2. Sift dry ingredients together three times, sifting over the fruit and nut mixture the last time. Mix well to coat all of the fruit and nuts.
  3. Add beaten eggs and vanilla, mixing well.
  4. Spoon the mixture into greased and wax paper-lined pans, packing slightly evenly.
  5. Bake in a slow oven at 250°F for 2 hours with a pan of water on the lowest shelf.
  6. Cover each pan with wax paper, removing it during the last 15 minutes of baking.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

643 kcal 32% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 12.6g 25% DV
Total Fat 22.1g 28% DV
Carbs 93.6g 34% DV
Fiber 7g 25% DV
Sugar 20.2g 40% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 12415.5mg 100% DV
Potassium 792.8mg 17% DV
Cholesterol 64.5mg 22% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 16.5mcg 2% DV
Vitamin C 9.3mg 10% DV
Calcium 1632.3mg 100% DV
Iron 6.1mg 34% DV
Diet fit High-fiber
Contains Egg Wheat/Gluten Tree nuts

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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